The Mostly True Story of Jack

Newbery Medal-winner Kelly Barnhill's debut novel, 'The Mostly True Story of Jack,' is an eerie tale of magic, friendship, and sacrifice. The story follows Jack, who is sent to live with his strange aunt and uncle in Hazelwood, Iowa. As he arrives, he realizes that the people of Hazelwood have been eagerly awaiting his arrival for a long time. Jack, who has always been practically invisible back home, starts making real friends, faces the town bully, and becomes the target of the town's wealthiest man. It's up to Jack to uncover why he suddenly matters so much to everyone. With a blend of dry wit and playfulness, Barnhill’s writing creates a delightfully unusual story about discovering where one truly belongs.