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Title: Couldn't Put It Down
Review: When I first read this book, I was in the 4th grade. I absolutely loved it. At the time, there weren't many books with female leads that weren't over-effeminate, which is fine; but it can get tiring. I came across this book again years later and I still love it. The suspense builds right from the beginning as Jessie states some of the peculiar behavior among the town's residents. You will not be able to put this book down as Jessie must find help for her neighbors while eluding the grasp of those who want to keep her quiet. The ending was good in that it was realistic, even if it sort of fizzles out instead of wrapping everything up and leaving nothing to the imagination. Highly recommended for younger readers (grades 3-6) in that it gives many opportunities for discussion and 'What if' questions.
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