Peace, Locomotion

Peace, Locomotion

<b>The stunning companion to the National Book Award finalist--from a three-time Newbery Honor winning author</b><br><br>Twelve-year-old Lonnie is finally feeling at home with his foster family. But because he€s living apart from his little sister, Lili, he decides it€s his job to be the €œrememberer€€"and write down everything that happens while they€re growing up. Lonnie€s musings are bittersweet; he€s happy that he and Lili have new families, but though his new family brings him joy, it also brings new worries. With a foster brother in the army, concepts like Peace have new meaning for Lonnie.Told through letters from Lonnie to Lili, this thought-provoking companion to Jacqueline Woodson€s National Book Award finalist <i>Locomotion</i> tackles important issues in captivating, lyrical language. Lonnie€s reflections on family, loss, love and peace will strike a note with readers of all ages.