Grandma Dowdel is back, and the new preacher and his family live right next door. 12-year old Bob shares his older sister's dismay at the small town, little sister Ruth Ann's fascination with their neighbor, and his attempts to avoid the town bullies. Mrs. Dowdel becomes a friend and ally in spite of her outlandish behavior.
Similar books: Sequel to A Long Way from Chicago and A Year Down Yonder.