Runaway Twin Book Report

Essay by coolmomluvschocolateJunior High, 7th gradeA, November 2014

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Beginning Entry

Date I started this book: December 7, 2013

Title of this book: Runaway Twin

Author's Name: Peg Kehret

Total number of pages in this book: 197

Why did I choose this book?

Have you ever heard the saying "Don't judge a book by looking at the cover"? For this particular book, that saying would not be accurate, because as I was walking the aisles of the Maitland Library looking for, pulling out and returning various books to the shelves, the title of this book caught my eye and so did the picture cover. As soon as I saw it I had a strong feeling it was the book for me. However, before I could actually read the inside cover, my parents were calling my name to leave, so I had no choice but to take the book in hand. As soon as I started reading it, I became so engaged in the story and the characters.

I now consider it one of my all time favorite books!

Middle Entry

Chat question # 9

I wouldn't want to be like the character of Star because she is as mean as a badger. Star is one of the two main characters along with her lost twin sister, Sunny. After being placed in various foster homes, Sunny found $820.00 and decides to run away and sets out to find Star, her long lost twin. After a long journey, filled with obstacles, Sunny was so happy to finally meet Star. Star's parents were very welcoming to Sunny and allowed her to stay in their home with them for a 'trial period. However, it didn't take too long for Sunny to realize that Star was not the person she had hoped she would be. Star kept making excuses as to why...