26 Fairmount Avenue (Newbery Honor Book, 2000)

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Winner of the prestigious Newbery Medal, 26 Fairmount Avenue is a powerful and deeply moving novel about the cost of silence and the courage required to speak out. Tomie De Paola weaves a story that is both intimate and universal, exploring how one person's choice can ripple outward and change lives forever. The narrative is told with remarkable emotional intelligence, making it a must-read for anyone who believes in the transformative power of words.\n\nDe Paola's writing is both lyrical and direct, capturing the complexities of family dynamics and the weight of secrets. 26 Fairmount Avenue is not just a story about a single family; it is a meditation on the importance of honesty and the devastating consequences of withholding the truth. A profound and unforgettable novel that will stay with you long after the final page.

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