![]() I'd honestly read spin-off novels of any of these characters, and for such a short book, I think they're well-written. I had a boy neighbor when I was around Lexie's age, so the dynamic between her and her neighbor Jack was familiar and fun to read. Their relationship also developed well over the course of the story. Both she and Lexie can be snarky and also affectionate in their own ways. Lexie's grandparents are also delightful characters, especially her grandmother. Although these themes are sometimes overstated, this is a middle grade, so maybe that's what the author decided the audience needs. She learns about honesty, empathy, and acceptance of reality, even when it's hard for her. Lexie is eleven years old and eager to please and also strives to be the best–which is extremely like me, even now. ![]() It's like American Girl books, but for older kids! It's wholesome, it's relatable, and the character development is especially good. ![]() ![]() This is, in essence, everything I loved between the ages of eight and twelve. ![]()
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