Great Gilly Hopkins, The

Katherine Paterson's beloved classic follows eleven-year-old Gilly Hopkins—tough, clever, and determined not to care about anyone. Bouncing between foster homes, she's got walls higher than the Harbour Bridge. But her latest placement with the gentle Maime Trotter might just crack her armour. A beautifully honest story about belonging, vulnerability, and what family really means. Perfect for middle-grade readers ready for characters with real grit and heart.