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Lemons

Melissa Savage

Start date: November 1, 2017

Finish date: November 30, 2017

Discussion: Newbery 2018

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Apr 10, 2017 Christine The Uncorked Librarian rated it really liked it

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Lemonade’s mother dies, and she finds herself in Willow Creek, a small Bigfoot-obsessed town, with her grandfather, Charlie. Her new friend, Tobin, owns a Bigfoot detective agency and “hires” Lem to help him sort through and document Bigfoot sightings. Like Lem, Tobin has also lost a parent; his dad went MIA during the war and although brought back alive, has mysteriously disappeared in transit. The two friends struggle together through their losses and grief as they begin to uncover a few surpr ...more

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Dec 30, 2017 Shari (Shira) rated it really liked it

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I guess I'd have to say it's historical fiction. It takes place post VietNam war. Tobin is the neighborhood nerd who is obsessed with Bigfoot due to the alleged sightings in the area. Lemonade Liberty Witt is from San Francisco and has been placed in her estranged Grandfather's custody. She is savvy, street smart and joins Tobin in seeking out Bigfoot. It is a really sweet story, a little predictable, with a satisfying ending. ...more

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Jun 02, 2018 Kyla rated it really liked it

Shelves: children-s-lit

This book was so sweet and showcased many relatable topics throughout its plot: friendship, lose, love, moving to a new place, finding the positive, adventure, and of course- the elusive thought of big foot! I can’t wait to recommend this to my students next year!

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