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Eli Over Easy

Eli Over Easy

Published in
2023
4.20
on Goodreads (254)

Description

From the acclaimed author of Small Town Pride, Phil Stamper, comes a heartfelt coming-of-age middle grade novel about grief, love, loss, and finding your way forward. Eli, a young boy, moves to New York City from a small town in Minnesota after his mother's unexpected death. Struggling with loneliness and grief, Eli finds a stash of his mom's cooking videos, which reveal her dream of being a celebrity chef. With the help of his new neighbor, Mathias, Eli starts to recreate his mom's special dishes, hoping to keep a part of her with him forever. As he works through the recipes, he faces the looming question of what will happen when the videos run out.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
288 pages

Why to read

  • Engaging and relatable characters
  • Explores important themes like identity and family
  • Incorporates humor in a meaningful way
  • Encourages self-discovery and personal growth