A Newbery Honor Book
Joan Bauer's beloved Newbery Honor book--now with a great new look for
middle grade readers!
When Hope and her aunt move to small-town Wisconsin to take over the
local diner, Hope's not sure what to expect. But what they find is that
the owner, G.T., isn't quite ready to give up yet--in fact, he's decided
to run for mayor against a corrupt candidate. And as Hope starts to make
her place at the diner, she also finds herself caught up in G.T.'s
campaign--particularly his visions for the future. After all, as G.T.
points out, everyone can use a little hope to help get through the tough
times . . . even Hope herself.
Filled with heart, charm, and good old-fashioned fun, this is Joan Bauer
at her best.
* "When it comes to creating strong, independent, and funny teenaged
female characters, Bauer is in a class by herself ... Bauer tells a
fast-paced, multilayered story with humor but does not gloss over the
struggle[s]."--School Library Journal, starred review
"Bauer has succeeded in creating another quirky, poignant, and funny
novel about a strong girl who admits her frailties ... Hope's story is
highly recommended for both middle and high school students."--VOYA
"Another entry in Bauer's growing collection of books about likable and
appealing female teenagers with a strong vocational calling ... As
always from Bauer, this novel is full of humor, starring a strong and
idealistic protagonist, packed with funny lines, and peopled with
interesting and quirky characters." --Kirkus Reviews
