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Jul 24, 2009
Deb (Readerbuzz) Nance
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I read this book for the first time when I was doing my training to become a librarian. It was a breathtaking book, full of mysteries and small plots that all come together for a fantastic ending. The story is that of Sal who is traveling with her quirky grandparents across the US, taking the same path as that of Sal’s mother. Sal is on her way to find her mother who left home a year ago and has not returned. During the trip, Sal tells her grandparents the story of her friend, Phoebe, who receiv
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Touched on so many adult themes with ease. Amazing story!



Sep 26, 2010
Meghan
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Jan 21, 2012
Linda Martin
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it was amazing
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Aug 07, 2022
Rebekah
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