Holding on for Dear Life

In Holding on for Dear Life by Dusti Bowling, thirteen-year-old Canyon grapples with the physical and emotional challenges of bull riding, a sport that helps him connect with his late mother and his father. When a new opportunity arises in a music competition, Canyon begins to explore different paths, all while feeling the weight of family struggles and personal sacrifices. The story explores themes of resilience and the difficult choices involved in holding on to what matters most.