What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
1. *It is difficult to begin a new middle-school, but even more of a challenge when there are only ten students in the entire seventh grade class. That is the position Caitlyn is facing.
2. *The day Caitlyn arrives at her new school, the ten "originals" are freaking out because Paulie Fink is a no show and they don't know where he is or what has happened to him.
3. *As Caitlyn tries to adjust, fit in, and figure out her new school; all she hears about is Paulie Fink.
4. *As the days progress and there is no sign off Paulie, the seventh graders decide to run their own reality show to find "The Next Great Paulie Fink".
5. *Caitlyn is put in charge of the reality show. While doing so she learns about Paulie, her classmates, their interactions, and mostly herself.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
1. *I must say that I absolutely adored this story!
2. *One of the aspects I enjoyed most was the "format" of the pages. The book was divided up into "regular" chapters, interviews, and a few letters.
3. *The premise of the plot was fresh, unique, and completely engaging.
4. *Caitlyn's story was mostly about her time at the new school, but Ali Benjamin did a tremendous job of capturing Caitlyn's past at her former school with her former friends. This was such a strong part of the entire story.
5. *The cast of characters were authentic, heart-warming, and full of seventh grade LIFE. Not only was the story fun and a wild ride; but there were many important life lessons and themes presented throughout the pages of the novel.
Who Should Read It: Readers in grades four, five, and six would be ideal for Ali's newest novel. Of course the middle-school crowd should also be considered. Since the story is set in seventh grade, I'm sure those readers would eat this "stuff" up. Well done, Ali! Happy Reading...
Rating: 5 STARS out of 5 Stars!
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