Children's ✦ Penny’s Take
Julie Tells Her Story
Megan McDonald · 2007
78/100
👍 Worth It
Megan McDonald handles divorce with the kind of honest warmth that makes American Girl books trustworthy — Julie doesn't have all the answers, and neither does her family, but the movement toward acceptance feels earned rather than forced. The 1970s historical layer adds texture for curious readers. At 91 pages it's a quick read, but it punches meaningfully on an emotionally real topic.
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Verdict receipt0–100
safety90
substance76
craft78
originality68
accuracy80
hype72
age-fit88
human-eye80
Penny’s verdict78
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