Caitlin is a 1990 book by Catherine Dunphy and the eighth Degrassi Classic novel. It tells an original story set during Degrassi Junior High (Season 3).
Blurb[]
Caitlin knows there's a lot going on with the world she doesn't like--things like nuclear waste, and the hole in the ozone layer. Why doesn't anyone else seem to care?
A whole new world opens up when she meets Robert, with his ponytail and intense blue eyes. At first Caitlin isn't sure if she's getting involved for the issues or for Robert. But she knows one thing--she's ready to take a stand on something that matters. When the chance arises, she surprises herself with how far she'll go to make the world a better place.
Trivia[]
- Despite taking place during Degrassi Junior High's third season, Robert shows many similarities to Claude Tanner, Caitlin's love interest in Degrassi High.
- they are both older than Caitlin.
- both wear their hair in a ponytail.
- both have a very strong stance against the use of nuclear.
- both get Caitlin arrested for trespassing.
- As in the episode All in a Good Cause, Caitlin blows off her friends in favour of activism.
- It's revealed that Mr Raditch was once arrested while protesting.