Eleven - Audio Library Edition Book

Eleven year-old Winnie knows that change isn't all it's cracked up to be, especially when it means her best friend, Amanda, might be dropping her for someone else. Throw in a grumpy teenage sister, a cat who gets trapped in the wall, and a crush who has pink-eye, and you've got one big mess! Winnes is determined to remain exactly the same, no matter what the rest of the world does. But every month brings crazy, new adventures! A lot can change in a year...maybe even Winnie.

School Library Journal

Gr 4–6—Winnie discovers that a lot can change in a year. This enjoyable novel (Dutton, 2004) by Lauren Myracle chronicles a year in Winnie's life, from her 11th through her 12th birthday. The girl struggles with the trials and tribulations of having an older sister, and must deal with a snobby new girl at school and the growing distance between her and best-friend Amanda who, unlike Winnie, becomes preoccupied with boys and fashion. Winnie learns a bit about herself and along the way discovers a new and unexpected friend in shy and awkward Dinah Devine. Jen Taylor's narration brings Winnie to life with a bright and happy-go-lucky voice, appropriate for her personality.—Amy Joslyn, Fairport Public Library, NY