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Katherine Paterson
The Great Gilly Hopkins
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"The Great Gilly Hopkins" by Katherine Paterson is a heartwarming and poignant novel that explores themes of family, identity, and belonging. The story centers around Galadriel Hopkins, or Gilly, a quick-witted and fiercely independent 12-year-old girl who has been in and out of foster homes her entire life. Gilly's sharp tongue and stubbornness have made it difficult for her to form meaningful connections with the people around her, and she longs to be reunited with her birth mother, whom she imagines to be a glamorous and successful woman. When Gilly is placed in the home of the Trotters, a kind and loving African American family, she is determined to hate it there and to find a way to escape. However, as she gets to know her new family and the people in her community, Gilly begins to realize that family is not just about blood relations, but about the people who care for and support you. Along the way, Gilly learns important lessons about empathy, forgiveness, and the power of love to heal even the deepest wounds. Paterson's writing is both humorous and poignant, capturing the voice of a young girl who is both vulnerable and fiercely independent. The novel is a powerful exploration of the complexities of family and the human heart, and it is sure to resonate with readers of all ages. "The Great Gilly Hopkins" is a classic of children's literature that has touched the hearts of millions of readers since its publication in 1978. It is a must-read for anyone who has ever struggled to find their place in the world, and a reminder that family is not just about who we are born to, but who we choose to love...
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