Vendor
	Fritz Agency Christian Dittus
Original language
English
Categories
Books for very young children, children’s picture books & activity books

THE NEXT GREAT JANE

Kelly (K.L.) Going

Jane Brannen wants nothing more than to become an author - she just needs to figure out the key to literary success! Her chance to uncover the secret arrives when famous author J.E. Fairfax visits the Jane's tiny seaside hometown. Unfortunately, a hurricane rolls in, so rather than meeting her literary idol, she gets stuck with the author's snobbish son, Devon, instead. And when the skies clear, Jane realizes the wind has blown in something worse than annoying boys: Her mother, Susan, and Susan's new fiancé, Erik.

Jane's been living with her dad for as long as she can remember. He's a marine biologist, so he works long hours, he's a little absent-minded (but brilliant), and he's totally obsessed with plankton - the most boring animals ever, or so most people think. Jane's mom left them years ago to pursue her dreams of becoming an actress. Now she's back, and worse, she and Erik want to file for custody of Jane and bring her to live with them in faraway California.

Jane desperately wants to stay with her dad, but she's scared a judge would never choose him over her mom and Erik. But what if her dad were a little more polished? What if he were dating - famous author J.E. Fairfax? All Jane needs to do is set them up and figure out what's truly important about her town, so she can prove to her mother that this is where she's meant to stay.

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Book Published 2020-05-01 by Kathy Dawson Books

Comments

This is a great coming-of-age story, and Jane is a loveable character. Readers will be deeply invested in her story and well-being, and there is a plenty of action that will keep them hooked. This is a book you will end up reading in a day or two because you'll simply have to see how the story plays out! Ultimately, what makes this book a must have in your collection is the fact that it is a wonderful, clean love story for tween readers. A combination which is extremely hard to find! I will not be able to keep this one on the shelf. -- chool Library Connection, starred review

Going offers a fitting depiction of life in a small coastal town - three grades share a single classroom at the small school - and shrewdly imbues her lively romantic comedy with timely discussions of natural science and climate change, as well as advice on what it takes to become a successful author. -- Publishers Weekly

Buoyant, with interesting plot developments, layered characters, humorous moments, and a healthy dose of marine science. . . Adoration for Jane Austen and a matchmaking scheme worthy of Emma Woodhouse add an extra dash of heart to this wonderfully told tale. -- Booklist, starred review Fans of Going will love her latest book, and new fans will emerge with a new favorite. Going has created another original and captivating story by weaving engaging characters in an ordinary setting who do incredible and impossible things. An inspirational must-have for every library. -- School Library Journal, starred review Going succeeds with witty banter and young small-town characters that are both sophisticated and accessible. . . . This humorous tale is led by a young writer who is, like Jane Austen, quite determined. -- Kirkus