Valerie P. (vprosser) -
Helpful Score: 2
I absolutely loved this audio book! The story takes place in the 50's, when kids roamed the neighborhood til the street lights came on. Told from the point of view of a 10 year old girl, and read by the author, I found myself enthralled and thinking about it all the time -- I couldn't wait to get back to the car to listen to the story. I highly recommend it.
Family love triumphs in this heartwarming story. Lots of laughs, too. The protagonist, 10-year-old Sally O'Malley, is delightful. I loved seeing her 1959 Milwaukee world through her eyes. I listened to the audio book and the narrator, who is none other than the author herself, does a fabulous job. Perfect accent and inflections. I just discovered there's a sequel called Good Gracesl. I'll be seeking it out.
