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A Newbery Honor recipient Thirteen is when a Beaumont’s savvy hits—and with one brother who causes hurricanes and another who creates electricity, Mibs Beaumont is eager to see what she gets. But just before the big day, Poppa is in a terrible accident. And now all Mibs wants is a savvy that will save him. In fact, Mibs is so sure she’ll get a powerful savvy that she sneaks a ride to the hospital on a rickety bus with her sibling and the preacher’s kids in tow. After this extraordinary adventure—full of talking tattoos and a kidnapping—not a soul on board will ever be the same.
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"My students absolutely love this book. It's up for the Colorado Children's Book Award and got the most votes from my school. I should love this book. I liked the book. I enjoyed the premise that members of the Baumont family get their savvy, magical power, when they turn 13. Each received a different power, a unique skill that the person had to learn to control. Mibs Baumont goes on an exciting adventure with her two brothers and eventual friends to find and save her father. Law creates interesting characters and a pleasant story. I wish it captured me more than it did. I will read Scumble, so it did excite me enough to want to read more."
— Jacquie (4 out of 5 stars)
Awards
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Winner of Boston Globe-Horn Book Award
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Winner of Newbery Honor Book
Savvy Listener Reviews
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" This is an awesome book! And everyone should read it! "
— Sam, 5/9/2017 -
" This was a really good book with a very creative plot. I would recommend it to young readers because it is a little bit easier. "
— Tia, 2/20/2014 -
" this book was a real page turner:)! the book really hooked me in when it talked about all of their powers. i cant wait to read the second book:)! "
— Kendall, 2/19/2014 -
" the kids go find there dad "
— Nemon, 2/16/2014 -
" Fabulous book for a young reader--middle school age. I was not sucked into the plot, but the characters and their "magical" powers were fascinating. A girl who can hear people's tatoos talking--what's not to like about that? "
— Jenn, 2/3/2014 -
" I really liked the story of the Beaumont family and their quirky powers that they discover on their thirteenth birthday! It is a story of love of family, the importance of good friends and enduring to the end if something is right. Great story! "
— Cass, 1/25/2014 -
" I read this with my daughter and its a wonderful preteen book about a girl discovering her savvy-a supernatural power but also discovering growing up. "
— Leta, 1/3/2014 -
" The book was quick to catch my interest but it had some slower parts in the middle. Maybe I was just having a sleepy day, but it got slowish for a while. The author uses interesting language and the characters are all enjoyable (and sometimes strange). I like how the story wrapped up. I would have given it 4 stars, because it probably does deserve that many, but for me I just "liked it." "
— Kenzee, 1/3/2014 -
" I think this chapter book would be better for older students. I would say somewhere around middle school. It's a good book about adventure and how Mibs will find her Savvy. "
— Glenn, 12/29/2013 -
" I didn't like this book at all, my teacher made us read this and it was pretty bad. I was gone for a whole week and when I got back I still understood what was going on!!!!Bad sign for a book! "
— Savannah, 12/16/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book. It would work really well for a read aloud or even just a fun read for upper elementary or middle schoolers. I love the heart the main character Mibs has, truly demonstrates courage and spirit when faced with some of life's challenges. "
— Kerrie, 11/23/2013 -
" Savvy is a charmer, full of fun, humor, and serious issues. I highly recommend it for tweens. "
— Charlotte, 11/18/2013 -
" Very unique voice and a great message about growing up and finding yourself. So cute. "
— Cassandra, 11/15/2013 -
" I think this would be very fun to read with a teenage daughter. "
— Jamie, 11/12/2013 -
" While I read this one after its sequel, Scumble, I really enjoyed it. It's a lovely story of family and cooperation, with delightufl characters who are just flawed enough. I highly recommend the series to all, especially those looking for an entertaining adventure. "
— Linda, 9/22/2013 -
" A light and fun young adult book I had to read for my Children's Literature class. Never was homework more fun! "
— Rose, 9/20/2013 -
" This was an amazing book! I couldn't stop reading it! "
— Hanna, 5/1/2013 -
" this book was all right. i got it for easter. it was kind of dumb and hard to understand in parts. "
— Sophia, 2/17/2013 -
" Lots to like about the characters and inventive writing--it was a Newbery Honor Book. But the plot meandered a bit much for me. I'd give it a 3 1/2 if I could. "
— Nancy, 1/23/2013 -
" Really beautiful, unique language and idea. Great read for kids 7 - 14 (and those who still enjoy reading good stories). I haven't read the Newberry Winner, but it must be amazing if this is the runner up. "
— Nicole, 12/5/2012 -
" I loved this book. What a great imagination Ingrid Law has! I would love to read more about the Beaumont family! "
— Sara, 11/9/2012 -
" This was a great book. It kept you interested the whole time. My mind just kept racing wondering what was going to happen next. i would completely recommend it "
— Raegan, 9/13/2012 -
" This book is great it's a must read "
— Rebecca, 3/16/2012 -
" i think it is an awesome book so far! i read 100 pages in one day! "
— Kelsey, 12/19/2011 -
" I enjoyed this book very much. The character development was well done. The story line was refreshing and original. Very well done, I believe Ingrid Law has a wonderful Savvy! "
— Misty, 12/13/2011 -
" the kids go find there dad "
— Nemon, 5/20/2011 -
" I'd forgotten how much fun young adult literature can be. I really enjoyed this book. "
— Alyson, 5/19/2011 -
" Really good!!! I was about to cry near the end! Love ms. mermaid! ;) "
— Kate, 5/16/2011 -
" Wonderful, beautiful story. I strongly suggest this book to anyone looking for a really good book. "
— Abby, 5/16/2011 -
" this book was all right. i got it for easter. it was kind of dumb and hard to understand in parts. "
— Sophia, 5/15/2011 -
" This is a coming of age story with a twist--a fun, happy book with great voice. Has anyone read Scumble? "
— Kelsie, 5/13/2011 -
" I read this book because Emily was reading it and we are reading books together. It was actually really good. I was surprised. I thought I would feel like I was reading a children's book, but I didn't. I actually enjoyed it. "
— Michelle, 5/11/2011 -
" I think this would be very fun to read with a teenage daughter. "
— Jamie, 5/9/2011 -
" An adventurous story filled with fantasy, suspense, laughter and romance packed into one great book! "
— Vinit, 5/7/2011 -
" This book was really awesome and very cool! "
— Dondero, 5/2/2011 -
" Fun and creative story. I enjoyed this one! "
— Jami, 5/1/2011 -
" "This is a Golden Sower Honor Book for the 2010-2011 school year. There is also a sequel Scrumble." "
— Jeaneen, 4/29/2011 -
" I have only gotten through a couple of chapters, but I like that it takes place in Nebraska "
— Beverly, 4/29/2011
About Ingrid Law
Ingrid Law is the New York Times bestselling author of three novels for young readers, Savvy,Scumble and Switch. Ingrid’s books have been placed on more than thirty state reading lists, and have earned accolades from Publishers Weekly, Oprah’s reading list, the Todayshow’s Al Roker’s Book Club for Kids, and the Smithsonian. Savvy was named a Newbery Honor Book in 2009. Ingrid is a huge fan of words and stories, of small towns and big ideas. She lives in Colorado, where she writes full-time.