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description: Find yourself. Find your place. Find your brave.This uplifting tale which award-winning author Leslie Connor dubbed a perfectly paced journey of the heart is perfect for fans of Lisa Graff and Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Cyrus Olsons dad is a heroNorthfields former football star and now one of their finest firefighters. Everyone expects Cyrus to follow in his dads record-breaking footsteps and he wishes they were rightexcept hes never been brave like that. But this year with the help of a stray dog a few new friends a little bit of rhythm and a lot of nerve he may just discover that actuallyhe is.Lauded as remarkable by the New York Times Book Review Lindsey Stoddards heartfelt stories continue to garner critical acclaim and her latest novel will have fans new and old rooting for Cyrus and Parkers special bond and the courage it helps them both to find.Critical PraiseFamily love loyalty friendship and bravery are tested in this small-town narrative. A great novel for any tween learning to find their own voice.  BooklistHeartfelt and triumphant. Cyruss journey toward self-acceptance will inspire readers of all ages.  School Library Journal (starred review)Help comes from surprising directions in this moving character-driven tale. With a strong never-preachy anti-bullying message this one scores a touchdown.  Kirkus ReviewsA heartrending and compassionate read about how standing up for something can help you stand up for yourself.  Lesa Cline-RansomeLindsey Stoddard creates a highly relatable character in Cyrus Olson then puts him on a perfectly paced journey of the heart. Destination: the bravery to reveal his most authentic self to the people he loves.  Leslie Connor author of The Truth as Told by Mason ButtleThis exploration of courage has a good strong heart-beat: both in terms of compassion and suspense.  Newbery award winning author Laura Amy SchlitzPraise for Right as Rain:  This touching middle grade novel addresses the heartache of loss while also providing an insightful accessible introduction to privilege homelessness and gentrification. Honest gut-wrenching and hopeful this is a story about letting people in and discovering youre a part of something larger.  School Library Journal (starred review) Timely well-integrated themes a vibrant setting and well-drawn likable characters make this a winner.  Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Stoddard has a knack for writing strong feisty protagonists [and] her exploration of griefs grip on a family rings true and tender. A remarkable job.  New York Times Book ReviewStoddard excels at low-key atmosphere and characterization. Rains an admirably strong and sensitive heroine and her approach to a tough transition will appeal to many readers.  Bulletin of the Center for Childrens BooksStoddard has written a beautiful story about a resilient girl many readers will be able to relate to and she gently hits on tough topics such as death and divorce in a tender and truthful manner.  BooklistPRAISE FOR Just Like Jackie: I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family.  Sara Pennypacker New York Times bestselling author of PaxA story about scratching the surface (and welcoming what you find below). Its also a lovely story of acceptance - about what makes a family and how we make our own families and about embracing our differences.  Ann M. Martin New York Times bestselling author of Rain ReignAs close to perfect as a book for middle-grade children can get! Readers will cheer for Robbie as she comes to terms with the family she has and finds the family she needs.  Cammie McGovern author of Just My LuckA coming-of-age novel as feisty funny and forthright as its protagonist. Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit grit and a growing compassion for others showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted. A rich rewarding read.  John David Anderson author of Ms. Bixbys Last Day Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimers centers mental health and moves through the intimate and intense emotional landscape of familywhat seems to break one and what can remake it. Validating heart-rending and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration.  Kirkus Reviews (starred review) This emotionally honest sensitively written novel confronts a range of difficult topics and offers an inclusive view of what family can look like.  Publishers Weekly (starred review)A home-run story that will resonate with all who feel they might not fit into the perfect definition of a family.  School Library Journal
language: English
title: Brave Like That
publisher: HarperCollins