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Readers on the cusp of adolescence will find much to love in this novel by the author of the beloved MR TERUPT series that follows twin siblings Loretta and Waylon and new friend Louie the summer before middle grade as they embark on a series of adventures which also prove to be life lessons in the making

Loretta and her twin brother Waylon are headed to middle school Loretta has always been quick with her fists and her wits Since Waylon is on the small side Loretta doesnt let anyone mess with him But now she worries he wont survive without her by his side Her secret plan bulk him up with muscle over the summer Little does she know that Waylon has a plan of his own Hell show his sister he can take care of himself

As each puts their strategy in motion Loretta and Waylon spend the summer going into the woods behind their house even sneaking there in the dead of night Thats where they first encounter Louie who is about their age but noticeably bigger Louie is homeschooled he explains when Loretta gives him the third degree Loretta Waylon and Louie soon fall into a comfortable friendship and continue their nightly forest adventures When they unearth a mysterious box the past collides with the present propelling the trio on a quest that will forever change their lives

Rob Buyeas spirited dual narrative drives this funny touching brothersister story where even the bestlaid plans sometimes backfire and feelings may get bruised but family and friends always count Letting go of childhood means boldly taking risks to face the future while learning from the past