Age Range: Grades 3-6
I was so excited to read my first Bluebonnet nominated book for the 2011-2012 list. I run a Bluebonnet Program in my library and couldn't wait to get started on the books for this next year. I finished this entire book in one night! This book begins with Turtle headed to Key West to move in with her Aunt. Turtle's mom is a housekeeper and her current employer does not like children. Turtle's mom, Sadiebelle, is a dreamer and has had one failed relationship after another. When Turtle arrives at her Aunt's house, she was an unexpected surprise. She meets her three boy cousins and does not get a very nice welcoming into their home. Beans is the head of the Diaper Gang, where a group of boys babysit local babies and receive candy in return. They also hold the key to a great diaper rash cream that they refuse to share the recipe to. Turtle tags along with them, but is not allowed to be part of the group since she is a girl. Turtle meets many other residents, whom many of them she is related to. She accidentally meets her grandmother (who she thought was dead), Nana Philly. After many visits, they form a bond with one another. This book contains lots of adventure and even a treasure hunt. Most importantly, Turtle discovers where she really belongs. I really enjoyed the surprise twist to the ending.
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