Maxi's Secrets
  • Published: 15 August 2017
  • ISBN: 9780399545689
  • Imprint: Nancy Paulsen Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 272
  • RRP: $17.99

Maxi's Secrets

(Or, What You Can Learn from a Dog)

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In a book for fans of Because of Winn-Dixie--a BIG, lovable, does-it-her-way dog wiggles her way into the heart of a loudmouth pipsqueak of a boy, and wonderful things happen that allow our shrimp to become a bigger, better person.

When a BIG, lovable, does-it-her-way dog wiggles her way into the heart of a loudmouth pipsqueak of a boy, wonderful things happen that help him become a bigger, better person. Perfect for fans of Wonder and Because of Winn-Dixie.
 
Timminy knows that moving to a new town just in time to start middle school when you are perfect bully bait is less than ideal. But he gets a great consolation prize in Maxi—a gentle giant of a dog who the family quickly discovers is deaf. Timminy is determined to do all he can to help Maxi—after all, his parents didn't return him because he was a runt. But when the going gets rough for Timminy, who spends a little too much time getting shoved into lockers at school, Maxi ends up being the one to help him—along with their neighbor, Abby, who doesn’t let her blindness define her and bristles at Timminy’s “poor-me” attitude. It turns out there’s more to everyone than what’s on the surface, whether it comes to Abby, Maxi, or even Timminy himself.
  • Published: 15 August 2017
  • ISBN: 9780399545689
  • Imprint: Nancy Paulsen Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 272
  • RRP: $17.99
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Praise for Maxi's Secrets

Praise for Maxi's Secrets:
"Plourde has created humorous and believable characters that readers will be cheering for . . . Will have wide appeal to dog lovers and those looking for a feel-good tale of overcoming adversity."--School Library Journal

"Timminy's coping strategies could help readers dealing with the loss of a pet . . . This earnest boy-and-his-dog tale makes a strong case for Secret No. 11: 'There's nothing so bad in the world that dog kisses won't make it better.'"--Kirkus Reviews

"This story is a tender reminder that perceived shortcomings don't define us and that the power of friendship can't be underestimated."--Publisher's Weekly

"This is a story of love and friendship that deserves to join the ranks of other unforgettable canines and their owners."--Booklist

"Timminy is a funny, personable narrator . . . A hopeful, satisfying conclusion. Bullying and disabilities are handled honestly . . . Perfect for reading aloud, any middle-level or younger student, especially dog lovers, will adore this humorous, heartwarming story of overcoming adversity."--VOYA

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