Seventh grader Louise who calls herself "Thum" since she has not grown past four feet seven inches since her mother died, feels stuck in South Pottsborro living with her grandparents. A secret admirer might just break through her frozen state and help her burst forth to her vibrant self. Louise's grandparents made me laugh and smile throughout the book.
Very poetic writing; descriptive. Ms. Stone captures a seventh grader's thoughts/moods very well.
Late elementary and junior high readers will enjoy reading this story but suicide is part of the story. In my opinion the suicide is excused and almost an acceptable way to deal with life problems.
Point for discussion: suicide
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