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Starred Review on January 1, 2020 | Middle Grade
Gr 3–7—Sixth grade in a new school is shaping up to be a lonely disaster for Annie Lee. Her father's sudden death and her two best friends' abandonment has left her shaken and aiming for invisibility. To make matters worse, Dad seems to be haunting their new apartment in Durham, NC. Shaving cream in the sink and music turning on at random times to his favorite songs are unsettling and stalling Annie Lee's healing. A new friend, herself hiding behind a tough exterior, and an old piano player at the local mall start to break through Annie Lee's resolve to stay isolated and safe. A flyer announcing a piano contest with a cash prize could...Log In or Sign Up to Read More