Tall Tales
Tall Tales by Karen Day is a First Edition published by Wendy Lamb Books on May 8, 2007. This children’s fiction book spans 240 pages and is written in English. The story follows Meg, a girl who has moved frequently due to her father’s drinking, as she seeks a true friend in her new town. When she meets Grace, they bond over their shared passion for storytelling, but Meg struggles with the truth about her family life.
Readers will find that Meg’s journey explores themes of friendship and honesty as she navigates her relationship with Grace while grappling with the need to conceal her father’s issues. The narrative highlights how Meg’s tall tales serve as a coping mechanism, allowing her to connect with others while also revealing the importance of trust and support in her life. Through her experiences, Meg learns that genuine friendship can lead to personal growth and a brighter future for her family.
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Meg’s family has moved a lot because of her father’s drinking. Meg arrives in her town longing to find a real friend, someone she can talk to and write stories with. When she and Grace join forces to write a book, she’s thrilled that she has finally found someone who likes her for who she is, who trusts her and confides in her.
But she can’t tell Grace about her father. Even though she hates to lie, Meg can’t resist telling tall tales about her family and her life to Grace and other kids.
For Meg, friendship turns out to be the key to telling the truth, and also to a better life for her family.
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