Almost Home
By Joan Bauer Almost Home is a novel about a girl who is resilient, despite hardships. Still mourning the death of her grandfather, Sugar Mae’s life goes from bad to worse. Her father, a gambler who makes periodic appearances in her life, offers more heartache than support. Sugar Mae and her mother, Reba, find themselves on the street when Reba is unable to keep up with the house payments. Sugar Mae tries to make the best out of the unfortunate circumstances, but when her mother spirals into a deep depression that requires hospitalization, Sugar Mae goes into foster care. Through all of her struggles, Sugar Mae relies on her puppy, her writings, encouragement from her former English teacher, and a loving couple who take her in to their home. Though life is not perfect for her, Sugar Mae learns to hold on to her dreams with the help of friends. Almost Home is a realistic fiction novel. Those who have experienced any of the struggles which Sugar Mae encounters will find it a book to which they can relate. Those who have not experienced the type of struggles Sugar Mae deals with will come away with an attitude of gratitude for what they have.
7 Comments
2/3/2015 12:24:27 am
This book seems good because it seems like it has many action-packed events.
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Lauren Jones
2/8/2015 11:34:27 pm
this book sounds good because it is filled with a lot of action.
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Jenna Castell
2/9/2015 01:20:14 am
I have read this book before. I liked it but abandoned it because i was reading another book.
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Brianna
2/9/2015 03:12:19 am
I like this book because when I go on vacation I love to be close to my home.
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Andie
2/12/2015 12:42:10 am
I read this book and I think that this is an all time favortie for me. I would read it over and over again if I had the chance too. It was sad at some parts and it really made you think. It has a happy ending. I like how she lives everyday with a smile and tries and take care of her puppy. And tries and help her mom.
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Kinsey
2/12/2015 12:45:01 am
This would be a good book to read because its a book that relates to hard times. It seems sad, but maybe an encouraging book top get through hard times.
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Mandy
2/12/2015 01:34:42 am
This is one of my favorite books, it's inspiring with all the hard times they went through.
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