Grow; a Novel in Verse by Juanita Havill

Reviewed by Mrs. Russell from Shatekon

Written like a poem yet easy to read, this is the story of special neighbors, twelve year-old Kate and Berneetha Sibley. Although everything about them is different, from their ages to their sizes, their friendship leads to a common goal. Their enthusiasm inspires others to create a community garden in their neighborhood. As their garden grows, unexpected complications arise that could destroy all their beautiful efforts. All is not lost when the neighborhood friends pull together to save the garden with amazing results.