Super Short Summary

In December Stillness by Mary Downing Hahn, fourteen-year-old Kelly McAlister attempts to befriend a homeless Vietnam War veteran named Mr. Weems, leading her to confront complex social issues and family conflicts. Kelly's interactions with Mr. Weems expose her to the harrowing realities faced by veterans and spark a deeper understanding of the lasting impacts of war on society. The book addresses topics of post-traumatic stress disorder and survivor's guilt.