North-ish

A deadly accident leaves sixteen-year-old Kai stranded alone in the remote Maine woods. No food, phone, or weapons to battle the bears and other hungry creatures that circle his dark campsite.

Kai, who has autism, battles to survive in the hostile, cold forest with just a backpack of supplies. Memories of his best friend and secret love interest, Ruby, help ease his intense loneliness and gripping terror.

On the verge of starvation, Kai meets a mysterious recluse and her three-legged dog living off the grid. She offers temporary warm shelter and meals but refuses to take him to civilization. Can he trust her?

In this coming-of-age novel and outdoor adventure tale, Kai is in a fight for his life. As harsh winter zeroes in, he realizes basic wilderness survival skills are not enough. He must use his unique natural gifts to find a way back home to his mom and Ruby, before it's too late.