"Hold Fast" is a young adult novel by Canadian author Kevin Major. The book follows the story of a young boy named Michael who lives in St. John's, Newfoundland. Michael's family is poor and struggles to make ends meet, but they are happy until his father disappears. Michael and his family are forced to move to a homeless shelter, and Michael is determined to find his father and bring him back home. With the help of his friend, a dog named Rosie, Michael embarks on a journey that takes him through the streets of St. John's and into the wilderness of Newfoundland. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about perseverance, courage, and the power of love and family. "Hold Fast" is a compelling coming-of-age story that explores themes of family, community, and the importance of holding on to hope in difficult times.
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