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Here Lies the Librarian

By: Richard Peck
Narrated by: Lara Everly
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Peewee idolizes Jake, a big brother whose dream of auto mechanic glory are fueled by the hard road coming to link their Indiana town and futures with the twentieth century. And motoring down the road comes Irene Ridpath, a young librarian with plans to astonish them all and turn Peewee's life upside down.

This novel, with its quirky characters, folksy setting, classic cars, and hilariously larger-than-life moments, is vintage Richard Peck–an offbeat, deliciously wicked comedy that is also unexpectedly moving.©2006 Mark Summers; (P)2006 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group Fiction Growing Up Growing Up & Facts of Life Historical Fiction Humorous Fiction Literature & Fiction Social & Life Skills Vehicles & Transportation Comedy Dream

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As always, Peck writes with humor and affection about times past, elders, and growing up strong. (Kirkus Reviews, starred review)
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Once again, listening to a story by Richard Peck is pure pleasure. His characters are so real, you just love them. There is something special about the way he can give you a sense of place and time. Indiana in the early 1900s, dirt roads, early autos, old farm houses, townspeople who were quirky and real, all these brought this story to life. If you read this, Richard Peck, please accept my thanks.

So enjoyable

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Story awesome, listening was hard because of lackluster performance--almost monotone. Peck deserves better interpretation. His writing, with quirky characters and dry wit, begs for a performance with more life.

Fun and well- written!

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I loved this tale! The author expertly crafted characters and story arcs that kept me wanting to hear more and I was sad when it ended! It was also chock full of interesting scenes about classic automobiles and cultural aspects of the past.

Amazing story of days gone by

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I enjoyed the story of life in a simpler time. Growing up in the midwest and working on cars. My father was a mechanic so I could relate. I found myself laughing out loud. I have read a few of Richard Peck’s stories and this one doesn’t disappoint. These stories are great to listen to with your family. Great for long car rides.

Family Favorite

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