Friday, October 11, 2024

The Underdogs of Upson Downs by Craig Silvey - ESSENTIAL

The Underdogs of Upson Downs by Craig Silvey, 307 pages. Alfred A. Knopf (Random), 2024. $18

Language: G (0 swears, 0 ‘f'); Mature Content: G; Violence: G

BUYING ADVISORY: EL, MS - ESSENTIAL

AUDIENCE APPEAL: MANY

11yo Annie Shearer likes to fix things, but she can't figure out how to help her parents save their sheep farm. There is a drought in Upson Downs, Australia and to make matters worse, Earl Robert-Barren is keeping all of the water to himself. But when she and her dog Runt enter a canine agility contest, Annie thinks she can save the farm with the prize money. There is only one problem, Runt will not perform in front of a crowd. Along with the support of her quirky family and new friends, Annie works to find a solution.

This wonderful story is about family, supporting those you love, and being yourself. Annie and her family also learn the importance of following your own path. I really enjoyed this book.

All of the characters are assumed to be white.

Reviewer: A. Snow, Librarian



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