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Set in 1955 Virginia, the story follows Woodrow, a seventh‑grade student, and his adventurous cousin Gypsy. When a new girl joins their class, the trio joins forces to find Woodrow’s missing mother. Their journey takes them through a series of surprising coincidences that explore themes of family, belonging, and the bonds that connect cousins and classmates alike.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Ruth White
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