Shoot the Moon - Paperback

by Matt Beam (Author)

Sixteen-year-old Charlie Abbott lives with her father, a once-brilliant mathematician subject to mood swings and depressive episodes.

Making sure her dad gets out of bed and takes his meds is part of Charlie's daily routine, but lately she's been distracted by her crush, Lachlan. Her grades are slipping and her mom is starting to ask questions. When Lachlan finally asks her out, Charlie is over the moon--until she realizes that her father has disappeared. With only a note to go on, Charlie begins to retrace her father's steps. Along the way, she meets people who help her understand not only where he might be but also who he really is. As she discovers the truth, her search takes on greater urgency and scope.

This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.

Back Jacket

Front cover tag line: Life isn't always smooth sailing. Back cover tag line: Things just aren't adding up anymore. Charlie Abbott's life with her dad, a once brilliant mathematician, isn't easy. Her father struggles with mood swings and depression, and Charlie feels like it's her responsibility to make sure he gets out of bed and takes his medication every day. But lately she's been distracted by her crush, Lachlan, and she doesn't realize how bad her father's mental health is getting. When he disappears, leaving only a note behind, Charlie must retrace her dad's steps and find him before it's too late.

Author Biography

Matt Beam is a writer, educator and photographer. He has written four YA and middle-grade novels, and published two photographic picture books. Matt has lived in several countries, including Guatemala, New Zealand and Australia, and in Vancouver, British Columbia. He now teaches at an elementary school dedicated to teaching students with dyslexia. He lives in Toronto with his family.