Growing up in a house full of girls has not always been easy for Jess Aarons. So imagine his surprise at the unconventional and strong friendship he forms with new girl, Leslie Burke. His mother is preoccupied with his teenage sisters and his father seems to adore his baby sisters, while refusing to show an ounce of tenderness to Jess himself. Constantly feeling alone and isolated, Leslie makes him feel like he matters. She is intelligent, imaginative, and encouraging. Unknowingly, she helps Jess find courage and hope. Together they create the magical world of Terabithia and crown themselves King and Queen. In Terabithia, anything is possible and imagination rules. The confidence they gain through Terabithia and their bond with each other, allows them to face any kind of conflict at school or home. When a terrible tragedy takes Leslie away from Jess, he must adopt Leslie’s fearlessness and find a way to accept losing her. This is a book for adolescents and adults facing the small and big challenges of life and finding ways to overcome them. Bridge to Terabithia is a wonderful, thoughtful, and sensitive book that will instill in readers the meaning of true friendship.