A Stitch in Time by Daphne Kalmar
on June 19th 2018
ISBN: 1250154987
Pages: 256
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Set in Vermont in 1927, Dorothy (aka Donut) never knew her mother and becomes an orphan at eleven when her father passes away. Her Aunt Agnes from Boston comes to take care of her, but Donut learns that her aunt plans to eventually bring her to Boston to live. Still grieving her father’s death, Donut cannot imagine life without her friends from her small Vermont town. Donut is feisty. She speaks her mind and acts on her impulses. She is Scout Finch from a different time. Before Aunt Agnes can pack her up for Boston, Donut runs away, but after a few close calls she returns home to a worried and grateful Aunt. The interesting imagery of taxidermy is woven throughout the story which adds a level of symbolism for readers to ponder. Overall, this a quiet novel of friendship, community, and family. It will transport readers away to a simpler time. This is a  great novel for a small group or classroom read! Recommended for grades 5 and up.

Reviewed by Elizabeth Andersen, Librarian, Westbrook High School