Savage, Melissa Lemons, Pgs. 305. Crown Books (Random
House), 2017. $16.99. Language: G; Mature Content: G; Violence: G.
When you have lemons, make lemonade. That’s what Lemonade
Liberty Witt’s mother always said. Lem tries, but since her mother died, there
only seems to be bitterness. Being forced to move in with her estranged
grandfather in a small, Podunk town doesn’t help. Then she meets Tobin Sky, the
neighbor boy, who happens to be a Bigfoot investigator. Tobin convinces her to
join him in his quest to find Bigfoot. In no time, Lem and Tobin are camping in
the woods, exploring evidence, and questioning the locals. Through it all they
learn to appreciate the people who matter most.
This is a story about the power of friendship and family
disguised as an adventure. Lem is a strong character who stands up for what she
believes in. She is quick-witted and likable. All the characters, including the
bully, have a lesson to teach. There are numerous positive themes such as
overcoming adversity, forgiveness, friendship and family bonds. The plot has
sufficient conflict to keep the reader interested, but the ending is a little
sloppy.
EL – ADVISABLE Valerie McEnroe, Media Specialist
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