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a dash of whimsy, a sprinkle of fun
and a whole lot of comfort.
School Library Journal Starred Review:"Holczer's use of humor, thoughtful imagery, and magical elements makes this a wholly unique blend of modern fairy tale, hero's quest, and coming-of-age story. A suggested purchase for all middle grade collections."
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"By turns heartbreaking and humorous, this is a story that hints at the possibility of magic while remaining rooted in real-world problems and relationships. There is love and hope amid the grief and confusion, just as the Grimm tales contain both wonders and horrors in their own right. A heartfelt lesson on the power of love and the tales we tell ourselves."
Kirkus
"Holczer’s clear, gentle prose allows the emotional and descriptive elements of the text to shine in this multilayered road-trip story . . . A thoughtful exploration of grief, family lore, and human connection."
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Publisher's Weekly Starred Review:"Well-grounded in its era and peopled by fully realized characters, the book is a resonant historical novel and a thoughtful exploration of how war and injury affect family, friendships, and individual growth."
Horn Book Magazine July/August 2018
"The historical setting and the national arguments about Vietnam swirl around Lucy and Milo as they try to find their places in a world they cannot control, but one in which they can find purpose. Their experience is sometimes heartbreakingly poignant, and the portrait of two children maturing with grace and tolerance is triumphant."
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Publisher's Weekly Starred Review: "A lovely and captivating debut...nuanced characters engage from beginning to end."
School Library Journal Starred Review: "The undercurrent theme of loss is balanced well with humor and an authentic protagonist. More than simply a book about grief and the death of a parent, Grace’s story is about the search for identity. An essential purchase for middle-grade collections."
A 2014 Indies Introduce New Voices pick for Summer/Fall and an Indie Next pick for Summer.
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