{"product_id":"hitchhiker-9781068986109","title":"Hitchhiker","description":"At just nineteen, Nadia leaves behind everything she's ever known, thumbing rides across the vast Canadian landscape with nothing but a backpack and a fierce hope for a better life.\u003cbr\u003eDrawn to Vancouver Island by dreams of gentler winters and brighter tomorrows, she discovers fleeting kindness in strangers' smiles, but also the harsh lessons of a world that demands more than she ever expected.\u003cbr\u003eIn the rain-soaked maze of Victoria's tent city, where survival trades in silence and sacrifice, Nadia faces a brutal choice: bend to survive or stand tall and risk everything.\u003cbr\u003eThis is not just a journey; it's a fight for her soul, a raw and tender story of resilience, freedom, and the high cost of staying true to yourself and finding faith again. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHere's what readers say: \u003cbr\u003e\"Hitchhiker is more than just a story; it's a journey into the hidden struggles faced by many young people today. Raw, honest, and deeply moving, this book stays with you long after the last page.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"There wasn't a single thing I didn't like about this book. I give this young adult novel a solid 5 out of 5 stars.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"I'm a Christian high school student and had to review a book for English class. I used a gift card to buy \u003ci\u003eHitchhiker\u003c\/i\u003e, and I'm so glad I did-it's a really unique and original read, not like most books. I loved that.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"What a beautiful book! I kept reading every chance I got and finished it in just a few hours. Living on the streets is no joke.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"This book offers a powerful and eye-opening look into what happened in the tent city in Victoria.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"This book opened my eyes to the realities some teenagers face. It belongs in every high school curriculum. It's a heartfelt, honest book that bridges generations.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"Nettie tells a compelling story in clear, straightforward language, making it accessible to a wide audience, not just young adults.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"This novel tackles difficult topics such as homelessness, addiction, poverty, and mental health with great sensitivity and empathy.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"In this book, Nettie vividly portrays life in a homeless encampment and thoughtfully explores its impact on surrounding communities.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"As a Christian high school student, I chose \u003ci\u003eHitchhiker\u003c\/i\u003e for a class project. I liked it so much I finished the whole book in just one day.\"\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Lulu.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51720855486738,"sku":"9781068986109","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_440d85fe-3ca0-49f9-a4ce-4d16032b7143.jpg?v=1762938934","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/hitchhiker-9781068986109","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}