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Chasing Augustus by Kimberly Newton Fusco
Chasing Augustus by Kimberly Newton Fusco
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A sweetly satisfying novel about a girl and her lost dog, perfect for fans of Jennifer E. Holm and Kirby Larson. Rosie’s led a charmed life with her loving dad, who runs the town donut shop. It’s true her mother abandoned them when Rosie was just a baby, but her dad’s all she’s ever needed. But now that her father’s had a stroke, Rosie lives with her tough-as-nails grandfather. And her beloved dog, Gloaty Gus, has just gone missing. Rosie’s determined to find him. With the help of a new friend and her own determination, she’ll follow the trail anywhere… no matter where it leads. If she doesn’t drive the whole world crazy in the meantime. Kimberly Newton Fusco’s tender story brings to life a feisty, unsinkable, unstoppable, unforgettable girl who knows she’s a fighter… if she can only figure out who’s already on her side.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
- Schneider Family Book Award (ALA)
- Parents' Choice Silver Medal
- ALA Best Book for Young Adults
- NYPL Book for the Teen Age
- IRA Notable Book
- Bank Street Best Books of the Year
- RI Book of the Year (twice)
- Julia Ward Howe Young Readers Award finalist
⚠️ Disclaimer
This is a second-hand book. Condition may show signs of previous ownership.
Book Condition: Good
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