In her first novel since The One and Only Ivan winner of the Newbery Medal Katherine Applegate delivers an unforgettable and magical story about family friendship and resilience. Jackson and his family have fallen on hard times. Theres no more money for rent. And not much for food either. His parents his little sister and their dog may have to live in their minivan. Again. Crenshaw is a cat. Hes large hes outspoken and hes imaginary. He has come back into Jacksons life to help him. But is an imaginary friend enough to save this family from losing everything? Beloved author Katherine Applegate proves in unexpected ways that friends matter whether real or imaginary. This title has Common Core connections.