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In this second book of the series, Judy Moody wishes she could be famous, like Queen Bee Jessica, winner of the Northern Virginia Spelling Bee. And when her brother sets up a "Moody Hall of Fame" on the refrigerator, she realizes she has nothing to contribute. It turns out everyone she knows was momentarily famous at some time--everyone except Judy. Judy sinks deep into gloom.

She gets inventive by displaying what she claims to be a cherry pit from George Washington's cherry tree (unfortunately, a little kid swallows that claim to fame). Next, she enters her cat into a pet trick contest. She thinks she'll win first prize with her cat-making-toast trick, but comes in second to a piano-playing chicken.

Judy keeps on trying, but fame continues to elude her. But when she meets a young heart transplant patient, Judy becomes famous in a most unexpected way.

This book continues the excellent tradition begun in the first book of the series, JUDY MOODY. It has a funny and true main character, lots of twists and turns in the plot, and a satisfying resolution--plus wonderful illustrations by Peter H. Reynolds. Highly recommended.