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Moon Over Manifest
By: Clare Vanderpool

Have you ever read a book that grabs you from a page and you cannot stop reading? Moon Over Manifest is one of those kinds of books. It is a great book to read, especially for children. In my opinion, there are many suspenseful, funky, and mysterious characters through out the book. The book is mysterious because the main character, Abilene Tucker, and her friends Lettie and Ruthanne, spot a cigar box full of letters and maps talking about a spy, The Rattler, who they are trying to find out who it is by going spy hunting all over Manifest. Everyone does not know what to expect from characters and there qualities. Also, I believe that the story is simple, quiet, and stands out. I think the story has a rich past and bright future. Clare Vanderpool, the author, published this Newberry honor book, last year. She won the award. She made this town Manifest, as in the book, much like the town she lived I as a child, Frontenac, Kansas. Next, this book sold over 4 million copies. I don’t know a child that doesn’t like it. Second of all, the book is interesting because it takes place in the 1930s’. It is interesting because in the 1930s’ schools, newspapers, and business work very different from today. Next, this book really is a true treasure. I personally like it and I think that people should read it because it is well written and is a wonderful book. Moon Over Manifest is a great book. Read it!