Holling Hoodhood Quotes

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She was watching me because she hated my guts.” (This is from the book “ The Wednesday Wars”) Holling Hoodhood has a problem, a big problem. His teacher Mrs. Baker hates his guts. Does she really hates his guts? Through all the essays and cleaning, did she really hate him? Author, Gary D. Schmidt writes about a 12 year old’s 7th grade experience. An interesting life full of bad luck and good luck. In the book “ The Wednesday Wars” Some characters play a really huge role in this book. This book revolves on Holling Hoodhood the main character. His family may have the “Perfect House,” but they definitely aren’t a perfect family. This book may have a little romance but let me tell you it will give you “omg’s.” You can also count on the book

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