Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
296
Language
English
Published
Sep 1, 2002
Publisher
Margaret K. McElderry
ISBN-10
0689844190
ISBN-13
9780689844195
Description
In a world filled with the complexities of family dynamics, Kay Garber finds herself nestled in a warm household brimming with the wisdom of four generations of women. Each room echoes with the laughter and stories shared among Great Gran Eula, Grandma, and her Mother, creating a comforting tapestry that often anchors her younger heart. However, as new challenges arise, Kay must navigate the shifting bonds of her family while discovering her own identity in the midst of their powerful legacies.
As seventh grade unfolds, Kay grapples with both the joys and trials of adolescence, including friendships that deepen and fray, and an ever-evolving relationship with the women she admires. The journey leads her to confront her insecurities and embrace her unique voice, all while unraveling the loose threads that connect her to her family’s past. In this coming-of-age tale, Kay learns that understanding her heritage is a vital part of sewing together the fabric of her future.
As seventh grade unfolds, Kay grapples with both the joys and trials of adolescence, including friendships that deepen and fray, and an ever-evolving relationship with the women she admires. The journey leads her to confront her insecurities and embrace her unique voice, all while unraveling the loose threads that connect her to her family’s past. In this coming-of-age tale, Kay learns that understanding her heritage is a vital part of sewing together the fabric of her future.