While No One Was Watching
While No One Was Watching by Jane Leslie Conly is a first edition published by Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) on April 15, 1998. This 208-page book presents a story centered around Frankie, who joins his older brother and cousin in a scheme to steal bicycles from wealthier neighborhoods. The narrative takes a turn when his cousin impulsively steals a pet rabbit, which Frankie cherishes as a secret possession, leading to unexpected consequences as the lives of two distinct communities intersect.
Readers will find a tale that explores themes of childhood, secrecy, and the impact of seemingly small actions. As Frankie navigates his attachment to the rabbit and the implications of his choices, the story unfolds against the backdrop of Addie and her neighbor Maynard’s relentless search for her lost pet. The book delves into the dynamics of brotherhood and the collision of different social worlds, making it a thoughtful exploration of youthful experiences and moral dilemmas.
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Frankie tags along when his older brother and cousin go out to steal bicycles from people in the “rich” part of town. On the spur of the moment, his cousin steals a pet rabbit from a stranger’s backyard and gives it to Frankie. Frankie takes the rabbit home, and keeps it as his secret. Both the rabbit and the secret are dearer to him than anything he has ever possessed. On the other side of town, however, Addie and her neighbor Maynard aren’t about to give up searching for Addie’s beloved pet. One small incident sets off a larger chain of events in which the youngest citizens of two very different worlds collide.
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