The Postcard by Tony Abbott


(5-8)All Jason wants to do this summer is to spend time with his best friend. However, his Grandmother, who lives in Florida, has just died. Although Jason’s dad is there taking care of the estate, Jason’s mom wants him to go to Florida to help his dad. Really his mom wants Jason to keep an eye on his father because he has a tendency to drink too much. To make matters worse, Jason is fearful that his dad might just stay in Florida since his parents are struggling to get along. When Jason arrives in Florida, he gets a mysterious phone call which leads him in finding a series of postcards. Who is his grandma, really? Danger waits around every corner as Jason tries to solve the mystery surrounding his grandma’s life. This book is a thrilling read, and will keep you in suspense and laughing to the very end.