The Truth of Me - Paperback

by Patricia MacLachlan (Author)

Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medal-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall, weaves a poignant story that celebrates how our unique "small truths" make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.

When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy's house, he revels in his grandmother's easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his life--his parents don't always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right.

Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book

ALA Booklist Notable Children's Books Nominee

New York Public Library's 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing

What secrets will he uncover about his family, and about himself?

• Intergenerational Friendship: Robbie and his grandmother Maddy aren't just family--they're best friends who share everything, from doughnuts for dinner to secrets whispered by the fireplace.
• Family Secrets: Discover the long-hidden story of Robbie's mother's childhood, and how understanding the past is the key to fixing the future.
• Finding Your Voice: A gentle, moving journey for any young reader who has ever felt overlooked, as Robbie learns to speak his own truth and reconnect with his distant parents.
• A Very Good Dog: Meet Ellie, Robbie's loyal hound mix and best friend, who proves that sometimes the bravest heroes have four paws.

Front Jacket

When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy's house, he revels in his grandmother's easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his life--his parents don't always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right.

This poignant story from beloved author Patricia MacLachlan celebrates how our unique small truths make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.

--School Library Journal

Back Jacket

When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy's house, he revels in his grandmother's easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his life--his parents don't always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right.

This poignant story from beloved author Patricia MacLachlan celebrates how our unique "small truths" make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.