First published 2022
Alo the Skunk watches in dismay as wind carries away Rayna's beloved pink hat. The hat lands in the pond with a splash. Rayna stares at the water, her favorite accessory now floating out of reach. Without hesitation, Alo plunges into the pond to retrieve it. His loyalty to his best friend drives him forward. But panic sets in as he realizes his mistake. He never learned to swim. The water closes over his head. This ninth installment in The Little Netherton Book series puts friendship to the test. Alo must overcome his fear and find a way to safety while still helping Rayna. The story explores how far friends will go for each other, even when they face their own limitations.
Genres: fiction, friendship, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, friendship
Setting: Little Netherton
Period: 21st-century
32 pages · Hardcover · Pen It! Publications, LLC