Mr. Gedrick and Me
Author(s): Patrick Carman
New York Times bestselling author Patrick Carman delivers a modern reimagining of the classic Mary Poppins tale in this story about family, grief, and healing—with a dash of magic!
Stanley Darrow isn’t sure what to expect when the mysterious Mr. Gedrick appears on his doorstep. He is certain, however, that his family could use Mr. Gedrick’s help: Their lives—and their house—have been a mess since Stanley’s dad died.
The strange new nanny quickly helps them transform their cluttered home into a sparkling and spotless version of its former self, but it’s going to take more than a clean house to help the Darrow family learn to live and love again.
Can Mr. Gedrick help Stanley, his brother, Fergus, his sister, Amelia, and his mom find their way back to each other? And what secrets of his own is Mr. Gedrick hiding behind his crooked grin?
Review(s):
“Mr. Gedrick is the fairy godfather every child needs: present, engaging, and thoughtful. The funny and comforting way this lovely family slowly turns away from sadness is a balm for all readers—there are not many like it on the shelves.”
“With an energetic, bright, and outgoing narrator in Stanley, there is never a dull moment. Lightly fantastical with plenty of emotional heft, this will please young readers who like their stories to have some depth.”
PRAISE FOR THE FIZZOPOLIS SERIES: “Fizzopolis bubbles over with belly burps-and belly laughs.”
“Carman’s wacky words and Sheesley’s loony artwork go together like soda pop and belches!”
“Lots of kooky laughs for aspiring mad scientists who are going to want to make their own Fizzies.”
ISBN: 9780062421616