Look Out for the Fitzgerald-Trouts

Spalding, Esta. (Author). Smith, Sydney, 1980- (illustrator.).

Summary: “Spalding, a poet and screenwriter making her children’s book debut, balances the direness of their situation with over-the-top characters and humor-driven narration. If the story’s magic lies in its Dahl-esque approach to topics like homelessness and parental neglect, its heart lies in the relationship between these four mutually devoted children.” - Publishers Weekly “If this sounds like the set up for a preposterous tale that incorporates a fantastical plot, quirky characters, and some child-friendly amorality, that’s because Look Out for the Fitzgerald-Trouts is exactly that and more .... This is plain fun with an edge, after a Dahl-esque fashion.” - Quill & Quire “A touch of Everything on a Waffle weirdness; a touch of The Willoughbys sendup; and a warm, genial, wholly original voice.” - The Horn Book Magazine “This delightfully absurd story is sure to catch a young reader’s imagination .... The main characters are appealing, enterprising and capable .... the plot intrigues, engaging us in the youngster’s problems and their adventures, [involving] many twists and surprises .... Award-winning Sidney Smith’s whimsical illustrations capture the zany flavor of the story ....” - CM Magazine