Thirteen-year-old Brekken Chandler is riding the struggle bus past every stop.
He feels totally responsible for leading his basketball team to victory, maintaining perfect grades, protecting his little sister, and keeping his single dad’s cancer diagnosis a secret by himself. His need to please everyone, along with pressure from his father, Pete, to be self-sufficient, leads to anxiety and panic attacks. Ironically, letting go and asking for help may be what allows him to hold on to his peace. (A little comfort from a dog named Teddy doesn’t hurt either!)
Mrs. Henson, Kylee, and a familiar cast of characters return in book two of the Henson’s Hope series to offer their unwavering support along the way. Will Brekken win his battle with anxiety and self-reliance? Will his dad survive to see it?
Filled with powerful emotions and a heartwarming message of community, friendship, and faith, Brekken’s Battle is an important, relatable story that will capture readers’ hearts. If you enjoyed Dan Gemeinhart or Dusti Bowling’s work, you will love following Brekken’s journey.
WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING?
"A soulful story of one boy's battle to be enough."
-Lacey Markt, author of The Eagleboy Exploits
"I absolutely loved the book, I cried and smiled while reading it. Tthere were so many emotions. Some sentences were very deep and I love how he starts to believe in Jesus and goes to church more, with his friends and family. A few times I saw myself in Brekken so I was happy I could make that connection!"
-Hailey, age 12
"A book about strength and love."
-Trey, age 12