Orbiting Jupiter

A powerful middle-grade novel about Jack, a 12-year-old boy whose family takes in Joseph, a troubled 14-year-old foster child who is a young father desperately trying to find his baby daughter Jupiter. The story explores themes of family, redemption, and second chances as Jack learns about Joseph's difficult past and helps him navigate the challenges of being a teen parent. Set in rural Maine, the book deals with serious topics including teen pregnancy, abuse, and the foster care system while ultimately delivering a message about the transformative power of love and acceptance.