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Frances lives in a busy household that suddenly becomes even more crowded with the arrival of a baby sister. A mix of excitement, jealousy, and the fear of losing her place in the family pushes her to plan a brief escape. Her journey, though short, forces her to confront her feelings, discover the value of sisterly love, and learn that staying together may be more important than running away.
First publish date: 1964
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Russell Hoban
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