Vilonia Beebe Takes Charge

ISBN: 1481458434

Author: Gray, Kristin L.

Condition: New

A heartfelt read filled with nuanced characters; recommended for those seeking a fast-paced adventure with a very human story. -School Library JournalA humorous, poignant, realistic debut story. -Kirkus ReviewsVilonia is determined to prove shes responsible enough to care for a dog in this sensitive and uplifting coming-of-age (Publishers Weekly) novel.Being responsible is NOT easy.Fourth grader Vilonia hasnt lost her rain coat in the three weeks shes had it and shes brushed her teeth every night and shes volunteered to be the Friday Library Helper. But all that hard work is worth it if it means she can get a dog. Besides, this dog isnt just because Vilonia has wanted one for pretty much ever. Its also to help Mama, whos been lost in one, big sadness fog for forty-three days-ever since Nana died. But Vilonia read that pets can help with sadness. Now all she has to do is keep the library goldfish alive over spring break, stop bringing stray animals home, and help Mama not get fired from her job. And shes got to do all of it before the Catfish Festival. Easy as pie, right?Tremendous voice, humor, and heart make this debut novel utterly lovable.