Atty at Law

By Tim Lockette

A young girl fights to prove an innocent man's innocence amidst strange occurrences and social challenges.

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240 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Twelve-year-old Atty Peale is on a mission to save a shelter dog and clear an innocent man's name. In her Alabama town, she faces skepticism, strange events, and middle school drama. As her father defends a man accused of murder, Atty learns the ropes of justice, determined to uncover the real culprit. Can she navigate the complexities of her biracial family, stand up for the voiceless, and solve the mystery before it's too late? Join Atty in a tale of courage, curiosity, and the awkwardness of growing up.

From the publisher

Introducing Atticus Peale! A debut middle-grade novel featuring a savvy sleuthing heroine sends a powerful message about standing up for others. Atticus Peale is desperately trying to save the life of a dog in the animal shelter where she volunteers. And an alligator in the swamp who only allegedly tried to eat a fisherman. Her father named her after his favorite character, a lawyer in a famous book, but everyone calls her Atty, and no one, except her dad, stepmom, and stepbrother, thinks she’s old enough to make a legal case for those who, as Atty points out, can’t speak up for themselves. She’s learning some law basics from her dad, who is defending an illiterate man in town on a murder charge. But when strange occurrences begin to threaten Atty’s efforts, she isn’t sure which is more difficult: coming to the defense of the voiceless, countering the sideways looks she and her biracial family get in their Alabama town, or navigating the social scene of middle school. But one thing she is sure of: Jethro Gersham did not kill anyone, and she is determined to find out who did. Full of grit, curiosity, and also all the awkwardness and anxiety that comes with turning twelve, readers will cheer for Atty’s success …. and survival!

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