Tag Archives: Gillian McDunn

TROUBLE AT THE TANGERINE

Posted on March 24, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

Simon is tired of moving. His move to Tangerine Pines Apartments is the 26th time he and his parents have ended up at a new place via the family van. Simon wants to stay in one location and the town … Continue reading →

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HONESTLY ELLIOTT

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

I’ve enjoyed several middle grade novels by author Gillian McDunn. Back in 2019 it was CATERPILLAR SUMMER followed by last year’s THESE UNLUCKY STARS. Ms. McDunn’s focus is always on the main character trying to understand themselves in a world … Continue reading →

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THESE UNLUCKY STARS

Posted on May 23, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Annie Logan is trying to understand her life so far and the summer after sixth grade will bring her closer to understanding. THESE UNLUCKY STARS is a quiet story with first person narration by Annie. Her most painful thought is … Continue reading →

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CATERPILLAR SUMMER

Posted on June 23, 2019 by Greg Pattridge

IT’S ANOTHER EDITION OF MARVELOUS MIDDLE GRADE MONDAY and a great way to kick off the first week of summer with CATERPILLAR SUMMER! Cat and her brother Chicken have always had a very special bond–Cat is one of the few … Continue reading →

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