Dear Jo: The story of losing Leah ... and searching for hope. - Softcover

Author Christina Kilbourne received her master's degree in Creative Writing and English Literature from the University of Windsor, Ontario. She lives in Zephyr, Ontario, with her husband and two children. Dear Jo, Christina's third novel, won the Muskoka Novel Marathon.

"Every word is well-chosen...really connected to something deep inside my mind...I could see myself in Maxine's position..." -- Cathy Tang, teen reviewer, One80.com

"Max's voice rings authentic and true ... an important book that every teen, young adult and parent should read." -- Windsor Life

"While prescribed for tweens, as social worker and parent, I strongly recommend it for teens and parents as well." -- Diane O'Hara, Registered Social Worker --Windsor Life

"combines mystery, adventure and high emotion while educating young readers ... should be in every classroom and every library..."-- CM: Canadian Review of Materials

"current, important, and insightful ... will keep young readers turning pages and make them more savvy about the internet." -- Martin Avery, author and educator

"learn what it's like to be naive, trusting and brave when you grow up in the world of technology." -- A. Turnbull, Vice Principal, Ontario --Martin Avery, author and educator

"never preachy, always exciting ... This is great stuff!" -- H. Mel Malton, author of the 'Polly Deacon' series

"seems like heavy material, however, the author handles the topic sensitively ... Read this book and then give it to your child!" -- S. McKenzie, Grade 3 Teacher, Ontario --S. McKenzie