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    Sep 24, 2006, 02:41 PM
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    I remember reading a book when I was around 11 about siblings whose parents die (I think) and the oldest (sister) is afraid of being separated, so they go on the run from authorities. She tries to keep them all fed and finds eggs to be the cheapest food to buy. Eventually they are found/caught and they go to live with their aunt. When she goes to school, a project the class has to complete has to do with saving money and when she submits her ideas, the teacher doesn't believe it would be possible, even though she lived through it herself.

    I know this is very vague. I just thought this was such a great book about the love and determination of family.

    I hope you can help. Thanks
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    Sep 28, 2006, 09:11 PM
    I read something like that. I think it was called "A Grave for Fireflies" or " A Grave of fireflies" I forget exactly. Is that what you're thinking of?
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    Sep 29, 2006, 04:00 AM
    Thanks for your feedback. The book I am look for takes place probably in the 70's or 80's, and definitely in the US. Grave of the Fireflies takes place in Japan after WWII. This does look like a very good story, though. Thanks again.
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    Oct 23, 2006, 02:12 PM
    OK, I don't know the name of this book either, but this might help you search for it better - it is set in an imaginary 'war time' and the enemy (never specifically clarify who they are), pretended there were wars in another country, tempted all the army out and then when they had left conquered the whole of britain - as an island, the girl eventually starts sleeping with one of the sons - she wasn't actually a member of the family though.
    Is this the same book?

    If not, I'm going to need help with that one! Haha
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    Oct 23, 2006, 05:54 PM
    No, this story does not take place during any war time and I think it takes place in Georgia or Alabama. I wish I could give more details. Thanks for trying to help anyway.
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    Oct 23, 2006, 06:12 PM
    I remember reading a book like that.. I think... like in the beginning they lived with their mom.. but she abandoned them in a parking lot.. and they walked all the way to their aunts... who wants to put her brother or brothers (dont remember) in either foster care or a special boarding school.. no idea lol.. anyways... I had to read that book for school like 3 yrs ago... can't remember the name though.lol sorry. But if this sounds familiar I will think on it..
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    Oct 24, 2006, 04:03 AM
    I think that's it! I think that's it! I would really appreciate if you did think on it. Thanks.
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    Oct 24, 2006, 01:59 PM
    Well I can't remember.. but I will ask around tomorrow, cause its driving me crazy now.lol someone else has to remember that book besides me and actually no the title and author..
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    Oct 24, 2006, 02:09 PM
    Go to Barnes and Nobles... them know it all things will find it for you... oh I forgot to encourage... go to the library...
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    Feb 20, 2007, 07:51 AM
    Check out "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt. I think that's the book you are looking for.
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    Feb 20, 2007, 12:16 PM
    Edie903, that's it!! I did not realize there is a whole series. I really appreciate you responding and the timing is perfect. I was looking for books for a girl who is turning 9 this weekend and loves to read. I am thrilled. Thanks so much.
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