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When the Janowitz family moves to the quiet town of Petersville, eleven‑year‑old Tris is surprised to find that the town’s charm rests on a beloved tradition—the making of chocolate‑cream doughnuts. With his newfound cooking skills, Tris revives the tradition, bringing the community together and redefining his role in the family’s new life.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Jessie Janowitz
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