A Year Down Yonder
Author: Richard Peck
Mary Alice remembers childhood summers packed with drama. At fifteen, she faces a whole long year with Grandma Dowdel, well known for shaking up her neighbors-and everyone else. All Mary Alice can know for certain is this: when trying to predict how life with Grandma might turn out . . . better not., , , , Move to Awards: New York Times Bestseller, An ALA Notable Book, An ALA Best Bo….Read More
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