Allergic

By Megan Wagner Lloyd, Michelle Mee Nutter (illustrator),

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Book description

A coming-of-age middle-grade graphic novel featuring
a girl with severe allergies who just wants to find the perfect pet!

At home, Maggie is the odd one out.

Her parents are preoccupied with the new baby they're expecting,
and her younger brothers are twins and always in their own world.

Maggie…

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Why read it?

1 author picked Allergic as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is a story about a girl who loves animals but discovers she’s allergic to all creatures with fur. Megan does such a great job of portraying Maggie’s feelings so starkly and truthfully, that she comes across as one of the most relatable, heartfelt characters. And the illustrations are spot-on. There are also fun and realistic side characters, like her new friend Claire and her annoying but lovable little brothers. Maggie’s journey to finding the perfect pet despite all obstacles helps teach kids about never giving up (yet going about it honestly) and counting on those you’re closest to. I…

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