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The Key to the Golden Firebird

by Maureen Johnson

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< P> The funny thing about stop signs is that they're also start signs. < /P> < P> Mayzie is the brainy middle sister, Brooks is the beautiful but conflicted oldest, and Palmer's the quirky baby of the family. In spite of their differences, the Gold sisters have always been close. < /P> < P> When their father dies, everything begins to fall apart. Level& ndash; headed May is left to fend for herself (and somehow learn to drive), while her two sisters struggle with their own demons. But the girls learn that while there are a lot of rules for the road, there are no rules when it comes to the heart. Together, they discover the key to moving on & ndash; and it's the key to their father's Pontiac Firebird. < /P> < P> This critically acclaimed, totally compelling book is perfect for readers looking for both a fun ride and a life& ndash; changing journey from one of today's best new YA writers. And it fits perfectly in the glove compartment.< /P>

Review:

"Three sisters named for baseball players by their beloved father begin to unravel after his death. Each responds in a different but credible way, and begins to heal. Ages 12-up. (July)" Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)

Synopsis:

Told with humor and poignancy, Johnson's debut novel tells the story of three sisters who must cope with the sudden death of their father. This tale speaks to girls everywhere about loss, love, and the freedom that comes with a single car key.

Synopsis:

The funny thing about stop signs is that they're also start signs.

Mayzie is the brainy middle sister, Brooks is the beautiful but conflicted oldest, and Palmer's the quirky baby of the family. In spite of their differences, the Gold sisters have always been close.

When their father dies, everything begins to fall apart. Level–headed May is left to fend for herself (and somehow learn to drive), while her two sisters struggle with their own demons. But the girls learn that while there are a lot of rules for the road, there are no rules when it comes to the heart. Together, they discover the key to moving on – and it's the key to their father's Pontiac Firebird.

This critically acclaimed, totally compelling book is perfect for readers looking for both a fun ride and a life–changing journey from one of today's best new YA writers. And it fits perfectly in the glove compartment.

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About the Author

Maureen Johnson grew up in suburban Philadelphia, PA. She studied writing and theatrical dramaturgy at Columbia University, from which she recently received her MFA. She lives with her husband in New York City.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780060541408
Author:
Johnson, Maureen
Publisher:
Harper Teen
Author:
by Maureen Johnson
Subject:
Girls & Women
Subject:
Children's 12-Up - Fiction - General
Subject:
Social Situations - Adolescence
Subject:
Family - Siblings
Subject:
Social Issues - Adolescence
Subject:
Sisters
Subject:
Fathers and daughters
Subject:
Children s-General
Copyright:
2005
Edition Description:
Paperback
Publication Date:
20050726
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
from 7
Language:
English
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
8.02x5.42x.74 in. .52 lbs.
Age Level:
from 12
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Product details 304 pages HarperTrophy - English 9780060541408 Reviews:
"Publishers Weekly Review" by , "Three sisters named for baseball players by their beloved father begin to unravel after his death. Each responds in a different but credible way, and begins to heal. Ages 12-up. (July)" Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)
"Synopsis" by , Told with humor and poignancy, Johnson's debut novel tells the story of three sisters who must cope with the sudden death of their father. This tale speaks to girls everywhere about loss, love, and the freedom that comes with a single car key.

"Synopsis" by , The funny thing about stop signs is that they're also start signs.

Mayzie is the brainy middle sister, Brooks is the beautiful but conflicted oldest, and Palmer's the quirky baby of the family. In spite of their differences, the Gold sisters have always been close.

When their father dies, everything begins to fall apart. Level–headed May is left to fend for herself (and somehow learn to drive), while her two sisters struggle with their own demons. But the girls learn that while there are a lot of rules for the road, there are no rules when it comes to the heart. Together, they discover the key to moving on – and it's the key to their father's Pontiac Firebird.

This critically acclaimed, totally compelling book is perfect for readers looking for both a fun ride and a life–changing journey from one of today's best new YA writers. And it fits perfectly in the glove compartment.

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