FICTION

Ruby Starr

by Deborah LYTTON
272p. illus. Sourcebooks/Jabberwocky. Aug. 2017. pap. $7.99. ISBN 9781492645771.
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Gr 4–6—Fifth grader Ruby Starr is a founding member of the Unicorns, a lunchtime book club she participates in with her best friends—some real, some from her favorite books. One day, a new student, Charlotte, arrives and decides the Unicorns should be a drama club rather than a book club. As Ruby's best friend begins hanging out with Charlotte, Ruby struggles with jealousy and disappointment. Family members advise her to try to make new friends with similar interests. Ruby's wild imagination helps her navigate her problems. The illustrations let readers visualize the protagonist's vivid imaginings, and break up the text.
VERDICT Fans of Junie B. Jones will enjoy this work for its authentic look at middle school friendship. A great companion to James Patterson and Chris Tebbetts's Middle School, the Worst Years of My Life.
Reviewed by Adrienne Sayban, Peoria Public Library, AZ , Jun 01, 2017

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