Until Tomorrow, Mr. Marsworth - Couverture rigide

O'Connor, Sheila

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0399161937 ISBN 13 : 9780399161933

Editeur : G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers, 2018

A propos du livre

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Tuesday, June 11, 1968

Dear Mr. Marsworth,

Hello from Reenie Kelly from Missouri, your brand-new summer paperboy. You can count on me to deliver your Tribune. I’m staying with my gram at the top of Gardner Hill. Temporarily. Any problems with your paper, you can find me at Blanche Kelly’s. We’ll be stuck at Gram’s on Gardner until our family has a home.

No one thinks a girl should have a route except for me, but Gram said that I could split the route with Dare. I’m eleven, twelve in August. Dare’s thirteen. I’m not too young to have my own route, Mr. Marsworth. I helped Dare deliver papers back in Denton, and I helped my oldest brother, Billy, before Dare. It’s high time I have at least six blocks of houses to myself.

This week I’ve gone door-to-door to say hey to all my customers, and so far I’ve met all of them but you.

I can’t knock on your door because I can’t unlock your gate, or climb that pointy iron fence around your yard. I’ve rung your rusted bell, but no one comes.

I saw a shadow in your window so someone must be home. Gram says that you’re a loner, but a loner can say hey. And I’m a loner too now, Mr. Marsworth. I’m a new girl in Lake Liberty without a single friend. Two loners could say hey through that tall fence. Mom always said some friendly never hurt.

When we meet up face-to-face, you’ll see for yourself a girl can do this job. (If customers don’t want a girl, Gram says I have to give my half to Dare.)

Give a man a handshake, that’s how Dad taught Dare and Billy to do business, and since this is my first business, I want to do it right.

Is there a time that you could meet me, Mr. Marsworth?

Yours Truly,
Reenie Kelly

P.S. Could you tell me if you own a mean dog, Mr. Marsworth? That iron fence looks like it’s meant for a mad dog. It’s best if I’m prepared before I start my route next week. In Denton, the Palmers’ vicious shepherd bit me twice.

P.P.S. I know folks wish Glen Taylor wasn’t moving to Mankato, but I promise I’ll do twice the job Glen Taylor ever did. You won’t be disappointed in my service, Mr. Marsworth. A week from Friday when his route is mine, I’ll prove to you I’m right!

P.P.P.S. Do you want your paper rolled or folded? AND how will I collect if I can’t get past your gate?

Revue de presse :

Praise for Until Tomorrow, Mr. Marsworth:
Indie Next Pick
MIBA Midwest Connections Pick
A Lectio Book Award Winner for 2019-2020
A Maine Student Book Award Nominee – 2019-2020
A Sequoyah Intermediate Book Award Nominee – 2020

“Moving and thought-provoking.” — Kirkus Reviews

“This historical novel doesn’t shy away from hard truths about war and life, so keep a Kleenex box handy as you read it...an excellent choice for a class read-aloud.” — School Library Connection

“O’Connor’s characters are intriguing and easy to love ... and [she] throws some interesting curve balls into the story that keep readers engaged and wanting  more.” —School Library Journal

“The remarkable relationship between Reenie and Mr. Marsworth shines, as do the larger historical insights and the book’s resonant themes of pacifism and patriotism.” — Publishers Weekly

“Beautifully rendered...This is a sweet story about a girl trying to save her brother from the draft. But it is also a significant historical tale about war, bullies, peace, friendship and family.”—Star Tribune

"The small town setting hits just the right note and perfectly illustrates the tension and division of the era. This is a most satisfying read and a worthy addition to young adult libraries."—VOYA

“In this heartwarming piece of historical fiction, critically acclaimed author Sheila O’Connor delivers a tale of devotion, sacrifice, and family.”—The Children’s Book Review

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
• Date d'édition: 2018
• ISBN 10: 0399161937
• ISBN 13: 9780399161933
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 368