Law, I. (2010). Savvy. New York: Puffin Publishing.
Summary
The Beaumonts are a unique family. When a family member turns 13 they inherit a special gift, a savvy gift. Great Aunt Jules can go back 20 minutes in time whenever she sneezes, 14 year old Fish can create storms from his emotions, and oldest child Rocket can create electricity and illuminate a dark room just by entering it. He can also shock his siblings, which is something he loves. Now Mibs (short for Mississippi) is about to turn 13 and everyone is excited to see what savvy she will inherit...but then, something bad happens, real bad. Her father was involved in a very bad car accident which turns everything upside down and forces the family to take matters and fate into their own hands in order to save the Beaumont family.
Review
What a great book! Yet another reason to stop judging books by their genre labels! This is a great book for tweens because it talks about following your heart and to stop depending on others for all the answers. The ending of this book is believable, not at all sappy, and is great for both boys and girls.
Genre
Fantasy
Reading Level/Interest Level
9-12 years/Tween
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Readers Annotation
Most kids who turn 13 want CD's or a new video game, but not the Beaumont family.
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