"A tender, heartfelt story of a girl who changes her luck"
August 2021 Book of the Month
Annie feels the odd one out in her family of three. Creative and accident-prone she’s different to her so-practical dad and brother. She misses her mum, who left when Annie was very young, and feels somehow responsible. In fact, Annie feels guilt for lots of things and is convinced that she was born unlucky.
It takes practically her whole town to get her to think again, but chiefly it’s Gloria, the gorgeously forthright elderly lady Annie finds herself caring for over a summer that brings all sorts of changes. From the author of the excellent Caterpillar Summer, this is another heart-warming, unusual story of self-discovery, distinguished by McDunn’s writing and the character of her earnest, sensitive young protagonist.
The relationship between Gloria and Anne is particularly finely drawn, while readers will also warm to Gloria’s aesthetically challenged dog, Otto.
This novel has all the elements that make for a heart-warming, contemporary middle grade--a relatable narrator to root for, a strong and vibrant voice, a sweet and unexpected friendship, and great cast of characters (including an adorably ugly dog!).
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This novel has all the elements that make for a heart-warming, contemporary middle grade--a relatable narrator to root for, a strong and vibrant voice, a sweet and unexpected friendship, and great cast of characters (including an adorably ugly dog!). Ever since her mother left a few years ago, Annie has felt like the odd one out in her family.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed These Unlucky Stars and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
These Unlucky Stars features in the following genres: Books of the Month, Recommendations, Stories about Family and Friends, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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These Unlucky Stars was written by Gillian McDunn and published by Bloomsbury Childrens Books an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
These Unlucky Stars has 275 pages
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