![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The first scene depicting a "train wreck" of a wedding in which six-year-old Archer performs ring bearer duties in a pair of muddy, too-tight shorts that have split open in the back sets the stage for other hilarious mishaps. Markedly more contemporary than many of Peck's previous novels, this drolly narrated coming-of-age story traces milestones in Archer Magill's life from first to sixth grade while deftly addressing a variety of social issues. And more than a few insights about the bewildering world of adults, made by a boy on his way to being the best man he can be. In pages that ripple with laughter, there's a teardrop here and there. Then a really big one when he's the best man at the wedding of two of his role models. He doesn't see too far ahead, so every day or so a startling revelation breaks over him. Archer wonders how much change has to happen before his voice does. In fact, the first male teacher in the history of the school.īut now here comes middle school and puberty. Three of the best are his grandpa, the great architect his dad, the great vintage car customizer, and his uncle Paul, who is just plain great. Newbery Medalist Richard Peck tells a story of small-town life, gay marriage, and everyday heroes in this novel for fans of Gary Schmidt and Jack Gantos.Īrcher Magill has spent a lively five years of grade school with one eye out in search of grown-up role models. ![]()
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