The Whipping Boy

The Whipping Boy, by Sid Fleischman

46/60 | Started 09.19.25 • Finished 09.29.25 | 4 stars

A unique story from Fleischman set in the time of kings and queens. The prince has the luxury of a whipping boy - a stand in for any punishment he might receive from his father. As such, he's become quite a brat as he never really suffers any consequences for his actions (or inactions). But when he decides to run away, Prince Brat comes to depend on, learn from, and befriend his whipping boy, Jemmy. Meet additional characters such as Hold-Your-Nose Billy and Cutwater that add to the silliness. Carolyn enjoyed this one.

More Stories from Grandma's Attic

More Stories from Grandma's Attic, by Arleta Richardson

45/60 | Started 08.25.25 • Finished 09.18.25 | 5 stars

A fun little collection of often humorous stories that come with some sort of lesson. We read the first book as a read-aloud two years ago and this one was just as delightful. Carolyn loved it!

The Memory of Old Jack

The Memory of Old Jack, by Wendell Berry

44/60 | Started 09.08.25 • Finished 09.18.25 | 4 stars

Old Jack is getting up in years. This book recounts his relational histories with many of the characters in Berry's fictional town of Port William. I really enjoyed learning about each of the characters, either from Jack's memories or from their memories of Jack. Berry makes you fall in love with his characters and their way of life. This is the third book in the Port William series and might be my favorite yet.