Opinions and Opossums

Agnes is encouraged by her anthropologist neighbor, Gracy, to think for herself and question authority, especially in religion class. She and her best friend, Mo, encourage each other to get out of their comfort zone and find it cool to see people react when they learn they have thought-provoking opinions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 03 May 2023
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Agnes has always been taught to respect authority, but it's particularly challenging in her religion class. She finds it frustrating that so much blame is placed on Eve and that God is always portrayed in a certain way. However, her luck changes when she meets Gracy, an anthropologist who lives next door.

One day, Agnes and Gracy come across an opossum in distress. Agnes tries to play dead, but it doesn't seem to be helping the opossum. Gracy suggests that Agnes start thinking for herself and questioning the beliefs she's been taught.

As Agnes delves deeper into her research, she discovers that some cultures depict God as a female. This revelation gives her a newfound sense of freedom and allows her to think and write about topics from different perspectives.

With the support of her best friend, Mo, Agnes starts to speak up in class and share her thoughts. At first, she and Mo are hesitant, as they are often the quiet kids in the class. But they quickly realize that it's kind of cool to see people's reactions when they learn that they have thought-provoking opinions.

Ann Braden has written a fast-paced and funny novel that will resonate with anyone who has ever been afraid to express their opinions or challenge the status quo. The story takes place in Florida, and Agnes and Mo's journey to embrace their individuality and speak their minds is both entertaining and inspiring.

In conclusion, Agnes' journey to question authority and explore different perspectives is a testament to the power of education and the importance of thinking for oneself. Ann Braden's novel provides a relatable and entertaining story that encourages readers to embrace their uniqueness and speak their minds.

Weight: 283g
Dimension: 216 x 146 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781984816092