Hope Was Here

Hope Was Here

<b>A Newbery Honor Book</b><br><br>Joan Bauer's beloved Newbery Honor book--now with a great new look for middle grade readers! <br><br>When Hope and her aunt move to small-town Wisconsin to take over the local diner, Hope's not sure what to expect. But what they find is that the owner, G.T., isn't quite ready to give up yet--in fact, he's decided to run for mayor against a corrupt candidate. And as Hope starts to make her place at the diner, she also finds herself caught up in G.T.'s campaign--particularly his visions for the future. After all, as G.T. points out, everyone can use a little hope to help get through the tough times . . . even Hope herself. <br><br>Filled with heart, charm, and good old-fashioned fun, this is Joan Bauer at her best.<br> <p><b>* €œWhen it comes to creating strong, independent, and funny teenaged female characters, Bauer is in a class by herself ... Bauer tells a fast-paced, multilayered story with humor but does not gloss over the struggle[s].€€"<i>School Library Journal</i>, starred review <br><br>€œBauer has succeeded in creating another quirky, poignant, and funny novel about a strong girl who admits her frailties ... Hope€s story is highly recommended for both middle and high school students.€€"<i>VOYA</i> <br><br>€œAnother entry in Bauer€s growing collection of books about likable and appealing female teenagers with a strong vocational calling ... As always from Bauer, this novel is full of humor, starring a strong and idealistic protagonist, packed with funny lines, and peopled with interesting and quirky characters.€ €"<i>Kirkus Reviews</i></b></p>