Review

Children's Literature:

“Avi's pulled off another coup! This author must delight in accomplishing the impossible. This time he's written an entire novel in conversation, including the title .  .  .  In the process we are not only entertained but learn about the social conventions of the day, reactions to WWII and get insight into Frankie's soldier brother's response to war and heroism. A read-aloud must!”

Awards and Honors

ALA Notable, 1993
Booklist Editors’ Choice, 1992
School Library Journal Best Books of 1992
American Bookseller Pick of the List, 1993
New York Public Library, One Hundred Titles for Reading and Sharing, 1992
Starred Review, Booklist, 1992
Pointed Review, Kirkus Reviews, 1992
Starred Review, Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books, 1992
Starred Review, School Library Journal, 1992