Linda...inOwasso Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I read a book in the 4th grade (approx.) that I remember absolutely LOVING, but for the life of me, I can't remember the name of it. Here's what few details I do remember (and they're kind of fuzzy): The family was black & the main character was a little girl who went to live with her aunt & uncle. I want to say that the aunt & uncle had a child who had died. There was something about a garden that played an important role in the plot. I know that's not much to work with, but does it ring a bell with anyone? Thanks so much!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne in ABQ Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I've had good luck at Loganberry Books. They have a Stump the Bookseller blog like thing. You tell them what you remember about a book, and everyone tries to help you figure out what it was. There's also a list of previously solved mysteries. Perhaps you'll find your book there. http://loganberrybooks.com/harriett/stump-ab.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSMP Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Have you figured it out yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Once Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Was it a picture book? a chapter book? How long was it? I'm curious now too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soph the vet Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I don't know the one you're thinking of but your clues made me think a little of The Secret Garden. If you can't find your book then you might want to check out this one.:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Kind of makes me think a little of Pollyanna too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda...inOwasso Posted June 19, 2008 Author Share Posted June 19, 2008 No, I haven't figured it out yet and it's driving me crazy!! I need to find a few moments to follow Suzanne's suggestion! It seems like the fact that the little girl's aunt & uncle had a child who died was a big secret..... and the little girl came across her grave?! Maybe it was hidden in a garden in a forest behind their house? Ugh!! I'm left with a few bits & pieces and the distinct impression that it was the most fabulous book! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cents Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Missing May by Rylant perhaps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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