Books like Nothing but trouble by Betty Ren Wright
Vannie and her loyal dog, Muffy, are left on a remote Ohio farm after her parents head to California to seek better employment opportunities. There, they confront a grumpy great‑aunt who runs the old homestead. Amid the challenges of farm chores, a temperamental aunt, and distant family ties, Vannie teaches patience and adaptability, discovering that even in hard times, friendship and resilience can flourish.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Betty Ren Wright
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