Dan Gemeinhart

Three and a half stars for this sequel. I loved the first book and was really pleased to hear there was a second one. I liked this story. The characters are always so funny and quirky which makes them appealing. Coyote is such a kind person; it is easy to read about her adventures and interactions with people. My favorite part was the friendships her and her dad make on their journeys. I was put off that the story takes place during Covid. Numerous references to "masking up" and sanitizer applications. Business and restaurants closed, etc. I really don't want to read about that. Overall, though, it was great to revisit with Coyote and her father. I received a complimentary e-book from the publisher in exchange for a review.… (mais)

A lost book leads a girl on a journey to finding closure after the tragic death of her mother and two sisters.

Coyote Sunrise lived on a school bus named Yager prior to settling down in a home with her father. She enrolls in school but doesn't fit in with the majority of other children. Despite this challenge, Coyote makes a friend with Audrey.

Coyote finds a box in the school bus. She learns that the box holds her moms ashes who passed away due to a car accident. Her dad mentions a book that stated where her mom would like to have her ashes scattered. After searching for the book, Coyote realizes she may have accidentally given it away to a thrift shop. Coyote comes up with a plan to take her dad on a journey to find the lost book. Along the way, they make friends who join them on the journey. Coyote eventually comes to terms with her loss.

This is a charming book about family and creating friendships. Coyote is conflicted with telling her dad the truth about the lost book. Gemeinhart creates emotionally challenged characters of Coyote and Rodeo as they both find acceptance in honoring her mothers wishes. An excellent read.… (mais)