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Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan

3/24/2018

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"Every person has lots on ingredients to make them into what is a one-of-a-kind creation."
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This coming of age novel is about being an outcast and discovering the meaning of family.

Willow Chance is a twelve-year-old genius, who has a serious passion for plants, medical conditions, and takes comfort in counting by 7s. However, it is hard for her to bond and connect with anyone besides her parents. When a devastating tragedy occurs and both of her parents get killed in a car crash, is leaves Willow alone. Losing her parents propels her on a journey to find belonging, and pushes her through her troubles. 

This coming of age novel is recommended for fans of One for the Murphys, Brown Girl Dreaming, and A Mango- Shaped Space

“Willow’s story is one of renewal, and her journey of rebuilding the ties that unite people as a family will stay in readers’ hearts long after the last page” -School Library Journal, starred review.

Review by Caitlyn, 2024

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3 Comments
Margot S.
3/29/2018 01:24:40 pm

This sounds like a great book! I think I'm going to read it...

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Ms. Hutchin
3/30/2018 07:55:37 pm

If you like this, you might also like Small as an Elephant.

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Lila H.
5/7/2018 12:37:09 pm

I started reading this a while ago and then I stopped for a reason I can't remember. I think I am going to read it again.

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