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227 pp.
| Candlewick |
October, 2018 |
TradeISBN 978-0-7636-9463-0$16.99
(1)
4-6
Louisiana Elefante's flighty, unstable grandmother abandons her at a motel, leaving behind a letter revealing that Louisiana is a foundling whom she rescued and raised. Louisiana (Raymie Nightingale) is a resilient and sympathetic character, and the juxtaposition of her down-to-earth observations with Granny's capriciousness lightens the narrative and allows for a good deal of humor. Overarching themes addressing forgiveness, love, friendship, acceptance, home, and family ring honest and true.
Reviewer: Betty Carter
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
September, 2018