Bob deserves readership beyond middle grade." - San Francisco Book Review
"This is a welcome addition to the middle-grade canon and will likely become a classic. Don't miss Bob." - The Christian Science Monitor "A delightfully whimsical tale that begs to be read with a friend. "Perfect for reading aloud or independent reading, this comfortably old-fashioned tale refreshes age-old themes of belonging, friendship, family and the power of story." -San Francisco Chronicle New York City Public Library Notable 100 Best Books for Kids A must-have.this novel delights." - School Library Journal, starred reviewĪ Chicago Tribute Best Children's Book of the Year " A perfectly paced plot, supported by secondary characters to whom readers will relate and luminous artwork by Gannon, fill out a story that readers will eagerly embrace. "Authors Mass and Stead team up for this irresistible tale of magic, mystery, and friendship that poses timeless questions about identity and belonging.a tribute to the power of storytelling." - Publishers Weekly, starred review Now it’s time to keep that promise.Ĭlue by clue, Livy and Bob will unravel the mystery of where Bob comes from, and discover the kind of magic that lasts forever.
But five years ago Livy promised she would help him find his way back home. He can’t remember who-or what-he is, where he came from, or if he even has a family. He’s been waiting five years for her to come back, hiding in a closet like she told him to. Now that she’s back, Livy has the feeling she’s forgotten something really, really important about Gran’s house.īob, a short, greenish creature dressed in a chicken suit, didn’t forget Livy, or her promise. It’s been five years since Livy and her family have visited Livy’s grandmother in Australia. Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead, two masterminds of classic, middle-grade fiction come together to craft this magical story about the enduring power of friendship.
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