Newbery Medal Winner
The Higher Power of Lucky
by Susan Patron
Summary
Susan Patron tells the story of Lucky Trimble, a ten year old girl living in the tiny desert community of Hard Pan, California, who fears that her guardian may abandon her. Lucky eavesdrops on twelve step meetings hoping to find her own higher power and a sense of control over her life. The book blends humor and emotional honesty as Lucky searches for belonging in a sparse, eccentric town.
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Historical Context & Significance
The book drew national attention when some school librarians objected to the word scrotum appearing on its first page.