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Highlights
- A chapter book perfect for early independent readers about change, family tension, and the power of love, by legendary author Eloise Greenfield and with illustrations by James Calvin.Genny is hopeful that her brother's return from the army will magically stop her parents from fighting all the time.
- 8-12 Years
- 7.59" x 5.11" Paperback
- 64 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, People & Places
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About the Book
Genny is eager for her eldest brother's return from military service, convinced that he can fix everything--even the growing rift between their parents.Book Synopsis
A chapter book perfect for early independent readers about change, family tension, and the power of love, by legendary author Eloise Greenfield and with illustrations by James Calvin.
Genny is hopeful that her brother's return from the army will magically stop her parents from fighting all the time. But when Larry's return doesn't produce the miracle she had counted on, Genny is angry. It takes a sympathetic friend to help her understand that change isn't necessarily bad--and that families can still love each other, no matter what happens.
James Calvin's dynamic black-and-white illustrations perfectly complement Greenfield's kid-friendly text, making this chapter book perfect for early independent readers.
From the Back Cover
Genny's parents are fighting... again.Her little sister is hiding in the bedroom. Still, Genny is hopeful. tonight is the night her big brother Larry comes home from the army. Genny is confident that Larry will say exactly the right thing to make the family happy and loving again-the way they used to be.