I have read this book. It was pretty good.
Secrets of the Cicada Summer
By Andrea Beaty
| Interest Level | Reading Level | Reading A-Z | ATOS | Word Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grades 4 - 8 | Grade 5 | n/a | 4.7 | 24743 |
From a debut novelist, a heroine who will make you laugh, and will break your heart.
Eleven-year-old Lily has a passion for Nancy Drew stories and a secret she is keeping from those she loves. When summer brings lying, stealing, sneaky Tinny Bridges to town, Lily must be on her guard with this perceptive newcomer, or risk having her secret revealed. But Tinny won’t leave Lily alone. She takes candy from the general store and blames Lily. She tries to steal Lily’s friends and even her father’s affection. Then Tinny goes missing, and only watchful, mystery-loving Lily has any idea what happened to her. But for Lily, finding Tinny means confronting her hidden past.
Funny, poignant, and peopled with memorable characters, this first novel announces a writer of great warmth and talent.
Eleven-year-old Lily has a passion for Nancy Drew stories and a secret she is keeping from those she loves. When summer brings lying, stealing, sneaky Tinny Bridges to town, Lily must be on her guard with this perceptive newcomer, or risk having her secret revealed. But Tinny won’t leave Lily alone. She takes candy from the general store and blames Lily. She tries to steal Lily’s friends and even her father’s affection. Then Tinny goes missing, and only watchful, mystery-loving Lily has any idea what happened to her. But for Lily, finding Tinny means confronting her hidden past.
Funny, poignant, and peopled with memorable characters, this first novel announces a writer of great warmth and talent.
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
ISBN-13: 9780810994720
ISBN-10: 0810994720
Published on 5/1/2008
Binding: Hardcover
Number of pages: 176
Book Reviews (4)
Lily is eleven years old and she has refused to speak since her brother dies. Shes has nothing but blamed herself and she is gonna tell no one. But Ben a girl named Tinny moves into her small town (only around 200 people) and later on runs away Lily might not be able to keep quiet for much longer.. This story is full of mystery, excitement, sadness, and a twist ending. Make sure to check this book out someday!Recommended to 12+ Thanks for reading -Ajg16's reviews
I've read this book its a very good book It's funny and mysterious.
This was a really good book. Very meaningful and whatnot.