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Vivian Lantz's Second Chances

Vivian Lantz's Second Chances

Published in
2023
4.17
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Description

Groundhog Day meets Eighth Grade in this time-loop story set on the first day of school. Vivian Lantz is cursed. Every year, terrible things happen on her first day of school. This year, Vivian has a plan to conquer eighth grade. But eighth grade? Turns out to be her worst first day yet. Vivian can’t wait to put it all behind her. But instead of waking up to a brand-new day, Vivian gets stuck reliving her catastrophic one. Curse: 9,000–Vivian: 0. Then she sees her misfortune for what it is: the golden opportunity to get her perfect plan back on track. But when her second chance turns into a third, a fourth, and a fifth, Vivian might have to let go of the perfect day of her dreams…and make a few surprising choices along the way.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
320 pages

Why to read

  • Engaging Storytelling: Kathryn Ormsbee is known for her compelling narrative style that keeps readers hooked from the first page to the last.
  • Complex Characters: Ormsbee's characters are often well-developed, with relatable struggles and growth that make them feel like real people.
  • Themes of Redemption: The title 'Second Chances' suggests a focus on redemption and personal growth, which can be both inspiring and thought-provoking for readers.
  • Quality Writing: Ormsbee has a reputation for her quality prose and ability to craft beautiful sentences that resonate with her audience.