Seven Perfect Things is a
story about growing up (Abby), grieving (Elliott), and believing in yourself
enough to go after what you really want (Abby’s mother Mary).
Abby Hubble is thirteen-years old
living with a mother she adores and a father who makes life miserable for both
of them. On her way home one night Abby witnesses a man tossing a wiggling bag
into the river. Abby, who is a strong swimmer, jumps in after it because she
knows whatever is in the bag is alive. Once Abby and the bag are back on shore,
seven perfect puppies emerge. Afraid to leave the puppies to an unknown fate at
the pound, Abby decides to take the puppies to the shed of an abandoned cabin
where her abusive father will not find them.
Elliott Colvin is
a recent widower struggling with the unwanted changes in his life and the words of well-meaning
friends that don’t seem to help. He decides to take some time by himself at his
hunting cabin which he hasn’t visited in years. When Elliott gets to the cabin,
he discovers Abby and the puppies.
As Abby and Elliot’s friendship deepens, Abby begins to wonder what life would be like if her mother Mary were married to Elliott and not her father. When Abby introduces her mother to both Elliott and the puppies, and her father catches wind of it, he abruptly packs up the family and leaves. They move in with his brother where the Mary and Abby are little more than prisoners. An escape plan is needed, the puppies depend on Abby.
If you enjoy feel-good movies with a somewhat unrealistic plot
that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy, this book is for you. No tissues needed.
4.41 stars on Goodreads, 4.5 on Amazon
This book is not available at EPL. Ask any of the reference librarians
to get it for you from an area library.
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