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Me: humor and fairy tale style, cool, I could use a break from Outsiders.
Chapter 37:
Me: Why are there fugitives again in this one?
Clear multi-generational story + mystery despite the short length. I would have given this 5 stars but I'm hung up on the two people with the same last name who aren't related. ...more
Chapter 37:
Me: Why are there fugitives again in this one?
Clear multi-generational story + mystery despite the short length. I would have given this 5 stars but I'm hung up on the two people with the same last name who aren't related. ...more

A darn near perfect book for middle schoolers that speaks beautifully to the value of one good friend when things seem most dire. Definitely one that will stay on my list for when my daughter's old enough to appreciate it.
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Oct 28, 2011
Deedee
marked it as to-read
Lexile 660L
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 7.0
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 7.0

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Feb 26, 2013
Kirsty
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Nikki Morse
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