Maxey Dove is the youngest sixth-grader in her class and her friends suddenly distance themselves from her, no longer interested in playing make-believe. Meet this girl whose imagination defies reality. -Will she convince Mrs. Cannon to let her star in a play … even though she stutters? -Will she get revenge for their taunting and lies, or will she be a true friend to Angel, who also wants the starring role, and Rory, who has been acting so strangely? -Will she control her imagination to solve the Holiday Hoodlum mystery? -Will she cling to dreams of an absentee father or accept Mama’s boyfriend? -Will she be able to face reality and still believe in the Man in the Moon? These readers decided to find out. Here’s what they had to say: ** Ah, the memories of growing up in a small, rural community…K. A. Young has captured them in Man in the Moon….the struggles of friendships, recognition, acceptance, and personal victories through the eyes of a very REAL girl, Maxey. K. A. Young addresses contemporary issues with humor and sensitivity. The important role of family–whether single, blended, or traditional–is clearly demonstrated throughout this engaging story. –Joleen Yeager ** Man in the Moon portrays the struggles, the achievements, and the emotional and spiritual growth of a young girl. It’s easy reading, realistic, a really delightful story. –Elizabeth Caldwell Barrett ** A true to life, wonderful story with great character lessons. A great book to help build self-esteem in children who are lacking confidence. –Vicki Clark, Elementary Teacher ** Man in the Moon can be read by anyone from age 8 to 80. You’ll enjoy each character and adventure. It would be a pleasure to read or give as a gift. –Helen Perry, Counselor #Man in the Moon is the first of three stand-alone books that tell different stories but share some of the main characters.
