Gentle's Holler by Kerry Madden

      Livy Two lives in Maggie Valley, NC, in 1961 with eight brothers and sisters. Her family doesn't always have as much food as they want while they wait on their dad to strike it rich with a banjo hit. Besides worrying about money, Livy has other concerns, especially her baby sister Gentle who can't seem to see. Although times are rough, there are still some things to be excited about - their new dog Uncle Hazzard, for example.

      I enjoyed this book because Livy's family is very real; sometimes they don't get along, but they still have lots of love for each other. I liked Livy's hillbilly accent and her longing to travel and go places, and  I especially like her love for reading and the library truck that visits Maggie Valley.