Hope Was Here
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2000 · Est. 4 hour read

Hope Was Here

By Joan Bauer

A small-town diner becomes the battleground for a mayoral race against corruption.

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186 pages· 42,314 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Hope moves to Wisconsin with her aunt to manage a diner, only to find herself swept into a mayoral campaign. The current owner, G.T., challenges a corrupt candidate, igniting a fight for justice. As Hope navigates new friendships and unexpected challenges, she discovers the power of community and the strength within herself. Will G.T.'s vision for change inspire the town, and can Hope find her own place in this unfolding drama? In a town where everyone needs a little hope, the stakes are high, and the future is uncertain.

From the publisher

When Hope and her aunt move to small-town Wisconsin to take over the local diner, Hope’s not sure what to expect. But what they find is that the owner, G.T., isn’t quite ready to give up yet–in fact, he’s decided to run for mayor against a corrupt candidate. And as Hope starts to make her place at the diner, she also finds herself caught up in G.T.’s campaign–particularly his visions for the future. After all, as G.T. points out, everyone can use a little hope to help get through the tough times . . . even Hope herself.

Awards

Newbery Honor (2001)
At a glance
Format
Pages
186
Words
42,314
Reading age
12–18
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
710L
Themes & topics
Books about politicsBooks about small townsBooks about hard workBooks about cancerBooks about social themes
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.5
F&P level
~Q
Publication
Published
January 1, 2001
First published
September 11, 2000
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780756957773

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