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Description
In conversations with her dead mother, fifth-grader Livvy records her adjustments to living in Baltimore with a woman she had never met before.
Quick Summary
The unique concept of a girl having ongoing conversations with her dead mother while navigating a whole new life in Baltimore makes this book stand out from typical middle grade stories. Kids will devour the mystery of who this mysterious new guardian is and feel all the feels as Livvy discovers surprising truths about her family while learning to trust someone completely new. If your kid loves the emotional depth and family secrets in Kate DiCamillo's "The Tale of Despereaux" or the ghostly elements in "The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon," they'll be hooked on this book. Perfect for fourth and fifth graders who enjoy heartfelt stories about family, secrets, and finding your place in the world.