Stella by Starlight has been abandoned by her mother and never knew her trombone-playing father. When her grandmother dies, she is placed with her Grandma's sister Louise. Louise has also taken in April, an orphan whose mother was killed in a car accident. April is sullen, has had a succession of homes, and wants to run away. Her aunt is coming from Portugal to care for her. Great Aunt Louise dies while watching TV. The girls find her and know that if they let the authorities know they will be placed in new foster homes. They bury her in the back yard near her blueberry bushes. April and Stella manage the cabins, deceive George - the owner, become friends, and find a family. Even though you might object to the Great Aunt's treatment, you can't help but empathize with the girls!
Mark Twain Award Preliminary Nominee 2014-15
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