Saving Max by Antoinette van Heugten

Max suffers from severe behavioral problems. His mother Danielle is bereft with worry. She decides to bring him to a top-notch facility called Maitland where he will be assessed and treated. While Max is at Maitland, he meets Jason, another boy who has severe psychiatric issues. Jason's mother and Danielle become friends because of their issues with their children. One night a tragedy occurs and Max is charged with murder. The facility claims that Max is dangerous to himself and others. Danielle must use all of her expertise as an attorney to try to clear him of the charges against him while dealing with charges of her own. A fast-paced thriller that is very believable. Ladybookbug!