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Read this years ago for World Book Night and was genuinely surprised that I enjoyed it. I've never been a mystery reader and lumped the whole genre into plot driven slash 'em ups. Much respect to Grafton and her fantastic cast of characters for teaching me that isn't so. Having just finished A, I wanted to go back and review this one as well. I'll probably never get around to the rest of the series but I am happy to have read these two. #mcpl

My super beat copy of A Wrinkle in Time; one day I will replace it with a lovely hardcover for my Newbery collection but until then this is it. I've reread this a few times since childhood (it was always a favorite), but I probably won't read it again until after the new movie or else the genius of the novel will be too fresh and I'll end up hating it! #mcpl

The last of my Newbery hardcover collection and another that remains unread (#LitsyAtoZ here I come!). I know that sticker is atrocious but I don't remove it for the nostalgia factor. I worked at Book Warehouse for two years, met my husband there, and was mentored by the owner when I decided to open my own bookshop. Book Warehouse was open for 30 years and an institution in BR; I was so sad when the owner decided to retire in 2005. #mcpl #mctbr

Another Newbery on my shelves that I need to read. I have very vague memories of reading this as a kid. #mcpl #mctbr

I am never going to get through my library project if I don't remember to post everyday! Nearly finished cataloging my Newbery collection. Here's another I've not yet read. #mcpl #mctbr

We all know that books are the #greatestgift, but I rarely get books as gifts because I own a bookstore and everyone thinks I don't need any more books (what's wrong with people? 😂) This was a gift from my MIL, I can always count on her to have at least one book under the tree for me! #christmascarolbuddyread @KVanRead #mcpl #mctbr

Our own #jolabokaflod! Tagged book is for me Remarkable Books was my gift to him. We each flipped through them for a bit but now it's time to fall asleep watching Shop Around the Corner. #mcpl #mctbr

The year my grandfather passed was hard on my family, and the Christmas that came shortly after was a particularly melancholy one. He was a true patriarch that held us together and he loved the holiday. This ridiculous book really helped me that Christmas. It is hilarious and I loved all of the bizarre characters. A memory of #xmaspast that I wanted to share because someone might be opening this book as we speak and I wanted her to know why. #mcpl

Another Newbery #mctbr! I've seen and enjoyed the movie, just haven't gotten around to reading this one yet. #mcpl

A book from my library that I've read! It's starting to feel as though that's a unicorn! I loved this book and loved that it prompted a reread of A Wrinkle in Time. Perfect Newbery read! #mcpl