LEEVA AT LAST Paperback

Janet Sumner Johnson's Leeva at Last is a heartwarming and inspiring middle-grade novel that introduces Leeva, a resilient and resourceful girl living a quiet life in the shadow of her perpetually sad parents. Leeva's world is meticulously organized, filled with to-do lists and carefully managed routines, all in an effort to keep her parents' sadness at bay. But when a quirky new classmate, a stray dog, and a series of unexpected events disrupt her perfectly constructed world, Leeva finds herself on an unexpected journey of self-discovery. This tender story explores themes of grief, family, friendship, and the courage it takes to embrace life's messiness, showing that sometimes, finding joy means letting go of control and allowing a little chaos in.