INTERMEDIATE FICTION
Lundquist, Jenny

The Wondrous World of Violet Barnaby

(3) 4-6 A year and a half after her mother's death, list-loving Violet finds a letter from her mom including a "Christmas To-Do List...of things I hope you'll do this season to make some happy memories." Violet enlists friend and fellow "Charm Girl" Izzy (from The Charming Life of Izzy Malone) to help with the tasks. Secondary characters are well rounded, and Violet's emotions ring true.

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