Maxi's Secrets

(Or, What You Can Learn from a Dog)

De: Lynn Plourde

Narrado por: Maxwell Glick

When a big, lovable, does-it-her-way dog wiggles her way into the heart of a loudmouth pipsqueak of a boy, wonderful things happen that help him become a bigger, better person. With its diverse cast, authentic narrator, and perfect blend of spot-on middle-grade humor, drama, and wisdom, this powerful debut is relatable, funny, bittersweet, and full of heart.

Timminy knows moving to a new town just in time to start middle school when you are perfect bully bait is less than ideal. But he gets a great consolation prize in Maxi - a gentle giant of a dog who the family quickly discovers is deaf. Timminy is determined to do all he can to help Maxi - after all, his parents didn't return him because he was a runt.

But when the going gets rough for Timminy, who spends a little too much time getting shoved into lockers at school, Maxi ends up being the one to help him - along with their neighbor, Abby, who doesn’t let her blindness define her and bristles at Timminy’s “poor-me” attitude. It turns out there’s more to everyone than what’s on the surface, whether it comes to Abby, Maxi, or even Timminy himself.

©2016 Lynn Plourde (P)2018 Listening Library

Reseñas de la Crítica

"The secrets are little gems, providing food for thought.... The characters are fully developed, and the delicate subjects of bullying and disabilities are dealt with deftly and with humor. The story would make a great read-aloud, as Plourde has created humorous and believable characters that readers will be cheering for.... Will have wide appeal to dog lovers and those looking for a feel-good tale of overcoming adversity.” (School Library Journal)

"Plourde’s skillful blend of humor, pathos, and wisdom creates a story that begs to be shared with middle-grade students, who will fall in love with a deaf dog, her steadfast owner, and the rest of the characters who populate the novel.... A story of love and friendship that deserves to join the ranks of other unforgettable canines and their owners.” (Booklist)

“Plourde clearly shows Maxi's remarkable influence on the lives of Timminy, his family, and his friends. This story is a tender reminder that perceived shortcomings don't define us and that the power of friendship can't be underestimated.” (Publishers Weekly)

A most emotional roller coster you will ever go on :0

This story was the best audio book I heard in a while! It also left me crying on the floor at 12am so again, The best read In a while! If you like this I recommend you try Jamie sumners listens he has one about another short kid from Portland :)

good

It was really sad and me and my mom listened to it and she cried like a baby