Tell Me
Tell Me by Joan Bauer is a reprint edition published by Penguin Young Readers Group on September 15, 2015. This 288-page novel follows twelve-year-old Anna, who arrives in the seemingly peaceful town of Rosemont to stay with her grandmother, Mim, as she navigates her parents’ troubled marriage. Amid the preparations for the town’s annual Flower Festival, Anna becomes embroiled in a troubling situation when she notices a girl her age who appears to be in distress. Driven by her sense of justice, Anna is determined to uncover the truth behind the girl’s frightened demeanor.
Readers will find a blend of warmth, humor, and suspense as Anna embarks on her investigation, embodying the spirit of the town’s unofficial motto, “Nothing bad ever happens in Rosemont.” The narrative explores themes of social issues, including physical and emotional abuse, while highlighting Anna’s resilience and determination. With Bauer’s signature storytelling style, Tell Me offers a compelling mix of mystery and coming-of-age elements, inviting readers to engage with Anna’s journey as she learns the importance of speaking out and seeking help.
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Award-winning author Joan Bauer latest novel is full of warmth, humor, hope, and a healthy dose of suspense
The unofficial town motto is “Nothing bad ever happens in Rosemont” where twelve-year-old Anna has come to stay with her grandmother, Mim, hoping to forget her worries about her parents’ troubled marriage. She’ll be busy with the town’s annual Flower Festival, a celebration with floats and bands that requires weeks of preparations.
But before long, Anna finds herself involved in a very big problem. When she observes a girl her own age who seems to be being held against her will, Anna can’t forget the girl’s frightened eyes and she is determined to investigate. “When you see something, say something” she’s been told—but what good does it do to speak if no one will listen? Luckily, a take-charge girl like Anna is not going to give up.
Told with Joan Bauer’s trademark mixture of humor and heart, Tell Me will enthrall her many fans and win her new ones.
“Bauer establishes a multi-faceted plot combining crime drama with a modern coming-of-age story.”—School Library Journal
“Skillfully weaves subplots together as Rosemont citizens (and Anna’s parents) rise to the challenge of solving the mystery.”—Publishers Weekly
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