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Raymie Nightingale

By: Kate DiCamillo
Narrated by: Jenna Lamia
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Two-time Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo returns to her roots with a moving, masterful story of an unforgettable summer friendship.

Raymie Clarke has come to realize that everything, absolutely everything, depends on her. And she has a plan. If Raymie can win the Little Miss Central Florida Tire competition, then her father, who left town two days ago with a dental hygienist, will see Raymie's picture in the paper and (maybe) come home. To win, not only does Raymie have to do good deeds and learn how to twirl a baton; she also has to contend with the wispy, frequently fainting Louisiana Elefante, who has a show-business background, and the fiery, stubborn Beverly Tapinski, who’s determined to sabotage the contest. But as the competition approaches, loneliness, loss, and unanswerable questions draw the three girls into an unlikely friendship — and challenge each of them to come to the rescue in unexpected ways. Growing Up & Facts of Life Heartfelt Friendship Growing Up Feel-Good Fiction Social & Life Skills Family Life Literature & Fiction Historical Fiction

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Such a heartfelt well written funny story. I loved every part. A book you can listen to over and over and love it every time.

Amazing

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What did you love best about Raymie Nightingale?

Touching story, full of humor and insight

What does Jenna Lamia bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I loved her soft, slightly Southern accent. Perfect for this book.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes!

Young adult book great for grown-ups!

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we loved this story. fabulous narration as well.
funny, quirky characters. Kate Di Camillo is one of our favorite authors and this did not disappoint.

great story

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Where does Raymie Nightingale rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

The narrator, Jenna Lamia, is one of the best I've ever heard. In fact, reading the hard copy would be a miss for the way she brings these characters to life with her multiple voice characterizations, inflections, and spot-on nuances. The story is refreshingly simple on the surface, yet such a poignant and honest reflection on "life" through these eyes of three very different 10 year olds.

Honest and Heartwarming

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This was my first audible book. I am a big fan of Kate Dicamillo and picked this for a road trip. I love how all the different character personalities came through in their voices. Funny, sweet, touching. Awesome book!

Raymie Nightingale is delightful!

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