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Description
Bloomsbury presents These Unlucky Stars by Gillian McDunn, read by Stina Nielsen.
From the highly acclaimed author of Caterpillar Summer comes a sweet and heartfelt story of a girl's unexpected friendship that changes her forever, perfect for fans of Lynda Mullaly Hunt.
Ever since her mother left a few years ago, Annie has felt like the odd one out in her family. Her dad and brother are practical and organized-they just don't understand the way she thinks, in lines and color. Everywhere she turns, she feels like an outsider, even at school, so she's been reluctant to get close to anyone.
When a "Ding-Dong-Ditch" attempt goes wrong, Annie finds herself stuck making amends with Gloria, the eccentric elderly lady she disturbed. As she begins to connect with Gloria and her weird little dog, it becomes clear that Gloria won't be able to live on her own for much longer. But it's this brief and important friendship that gives Annie the confidence to let people in, and see how rich life can be when you decide to make your own luck and chart your own path to happiness.
In this heartwarming novel, acclaimed author Gillian McDunn shows us that even the most unexpected friendship has the power to change us forever.
Acclaim for Caterpillar Summer
An Indies Introduce Pick
A Texas Bluebonnet Selection
A Parents Best Book of the Year
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year
An Amazon Best Book of the Year
Product details
| Published | Mar 02 2021 |
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| Format | Audiobook |
| Duration | 6 hours and 20 minutes |
| ISBN | 9781547607648 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Children's Books |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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Reviews
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A tenderly drawn intergenerational relationship.
Publishers Weekly, starred review
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McDunn offers a warmhearted, nuanced look at a slightly lonely child. . . . genuine and engaging. . . . Heartfelt and appealing.
Kirkus Reviews
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McDunn capably captures the voice of a preteen while sharply observing her protagonist's emotional dynamics.
BCCB
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These Unlucky Stars is a warmhearted story about learning to make your own way, in luck and in life.
BookPage
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[A] satisfying novel.
Booklist
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McDunn portrays the intertwined emotional lives of middle-school kids with sensitivity and precision. . . . An insightful story of friendship and change.
Booklist, starred review, on THE QUEEN BEE AND ME
























