Praise for Molly Griffis’ Award Winning Books

“Griffis begins The Rachel Resistance on “a date that will live in infamy.” With humor and insight she richly documents America at the time of Pearl Harbor. Young readers will be entertained. Older readers will sigh and say, ‘Ah, yes, that is how it was.’”
Earl Hamner, creator of The Waltons

“Like Harriet the Spy and Hermione Granger, Rachel Dalton (heroine of The Rachel Resistance) is resourceful, imaginative, smart, and dedicated. Convinced there are traitors and spies in her hometown, she sets out to unmask them in a story that ends with a surprise and a tug at the heart.” Billie Letts, author of Where the Heart Is

“Griffis expertly captures this period of American history through the innocent eyes of a begrudgingly sensitive boy. Short chapters, colorful minor characters, and plenty of
historical detail make this (The Feester Filibuster) a fast and fulfilling read.” Booklist

“The Feester Filibuster, the buoyant sequel to The Rachel Resistance allows John Allen Feester to tell his side of the story, which he claims Rachel botched in the first book. It is a compelling book, filled with humor, emotion and well-drawn characters.” School Library Journal

Simon Says, sequel to The Rachel Resistance and The Feester Filibuster, continues Molly Griffis’ heart-tugging, history-packed World War II story....The suspense over the fate of Simon’s family in Europe make readers ache for a happy ending, even as they question if the horrifying world conflict can let it be so.” Booklist

“Simon Says is a moving story with characters that brought the injustice of persecution into the kid’s world. For the characters to see the evil in themselves was brilliant. I hope everyone reads it.” Jean George, Newbery winner

“The Great American Bunion Derby is a grabber. It’s a page turner. I ran every suspenseful and grueling mile with Andy Payne as he proved a ‘runner’s heart’ can overcome all obstacles. I didn’t want it to end.” Dennis Weaver, actor