The House That Lou Built by Mae Respicio
Published by Wendy Lamb Books on June 12th 2018
ISBN: 1524717940
Pages: 231
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Lucinda Bulosan-Nelson loves houses. She  particularly tiny houses, and she loves building and making things, so it is only natural that she would want to build her own tiny house. Lou has been left a plot of land by her father, who died before she was born,  and she is determined to build a tiny house on that plot of land, especially once her mom starts talking about taking a new job in another state. Lou feels that once her mother sees the tiny house and how important it is to Lou, there is no way she will move them. This middle grade book explores the bonds of family and the importance of creating a legacy through the eyes (and hands) of one determined, creative, resourceful, handy girl. Readers who like strong characters on a mission and who want to read realistic stories about friendship and family will enjoy following Lou on her big quest for a tiny place to call her own.

Reviewed by Jill O’Connor, Merrill Memorial Library, Yarmouth