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Annie Fetlock’s life is shaped by the significance of Thursday. From birth, through a love story, to a special cat entering her world, the story celebrates the power of everyday moments and the companionship that brings them together.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Patricia Polacco
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