A chronological plot with multiple conflicts (person-against-self and person-against-person)
Twins Dallas and Florida have spent their lives in foster homes and an orphanage, always dreaming of having a home and family of their own. Their lives are changed when they are sent to live with Tiller and Sairy, an older couple who live in a wonderful place called Ruby Holler. Tiller and Sairy's children are grown, and they are restless and need an adventure in their lives. After learning to trust each other, all of their dreams come true. Florida and Dallas feel loved and safe, while Tiller and Sairy feel needed again, and have a purpose in life.
Characters:
Main characters: Dallas, Florida, Tiller, Sairy, Mr. Trepid, Z
Minor characters: Mrs. Trepid, Morgan, The Hoppers, The Cranbeps, The Dreeps, The Burgertons, Joey, Buddy, Lucy
Setting: Boxton Creek Home for Children, Ruby Holler, a hiking trail, The Hidden and Goochee Rivers
Time: Modern Times
Theme: The love of a family and having a home are the most important things in a child's life.
Style:
Words: Standard dialect, emotional, humorous, poignant.
Sentences: Varied in length and structure
Organization: Chapters with titles
Point of view: Third-person narrator
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