Fame and Glory in Freedom, Georgia
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Good fit if you want...
- You want a small-town Southern kids’ story where a school contest strains friendships in Freedom, Georgia.
- You enjoy Barbara O’Connor’s tender, funny middle-grade voice about misfits finding their place.
- If you enjoy sharp dialogue, the prose pauses to examine inner life.
Maybe skip if...
- You need blockbuster stakes.
- this stays cozy, with neighborhood squabbles and gentle reveals.
- You want ultra-current slang and tech.
Summary
Barbara O’Connor’s short, big-hearted novel follows neighborhood rivals whose quest for fame tangles with family quirks and small-town gossip. What starts as competition turns into a tender lesson about loyalty and home.
Edition on file: 2008 • Farrar Straus & Giroux • 112 pages • ISBN 9780374400187.
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Why this book now
Perfect for a quick, uplifting read that nudges conversations about friendship, pride, and growing up.
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Reading commitment
Quick Easy to move through
At 112 pages, it’s a breezy afternoon or weekend read, ideal for middle-grade readers or a few cozy read-aloud sessions.
What stands out here
This Farrar, Straus and Giroux edition delivers O’Connor’s signature warmth in a compact, accessible package for classrooms and families.
Best way to approach it
Settle in with a cup of cocoa and read in a few sittings, letting the dialogue and neighborly rhythms carry you through.
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