Dubbed a reluctant reader by his teacher, 12-year-old Derek Fallon spends summer vacation at Learning Camp, learning important lessons even though he does not complete his summer reading list. By the author of The Gospel According to Larry. Dubbed a reluctant reader by his teacher, twelve-year-old Derek spends summer vacation learning important lessons even though he does not complete his summer reading list. Twelve-year-old Derek, who has been dubbed a reluctant reader by his teacher, spends summer vacation learning important lessons, even though he does not complete his summer reading list. Summer’s finally here, and Derek Fallon is looking forward to pelting the UPS truck with water balloons, climbing onto the garage roof, and conducting silly investigations. But when his parents decide to send him to Learning Camp, Derek’s dreams of fun come to an end. Ever since he’s been labeled a “reluctant reader,” his mom has pushed him to read “real” books—something other than his beloved Calvin & Hobbes. As Derek forges unexpected friendships and uncovers a family secret involving himself (in diapers! no less), he realizes that adventures and surprises are around the corner, complete with curve balls.
