"Gee Whiz" by Jane Smiley follows the story of a family living in a small Midwestern town, navigating the complexities of life, relationships, and personal growth. The novel centers around the challenges of childhood and adolescence, exploring themes of identity and connection. Through the lens of ordinary experiences, the characters grapple with their aspirations and the realities they face, showcasing the intricate dynamics within the family and their community. As they confront issues of love, loss, and resilience, the story captures the bittersweet nature of growing up and the transformative power of relationships in shaping one's path. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Horse Of Oak Valley Ranch .

This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 10 years.

This book was published in 2013 by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers .

Jane Smiley was born in Los Angeles and grew up in St Louis, Missouri. In 1992 she won the Pulitzer Prize for A Thousand Acres, for which she also won the National Book Critics' Circle Award. Her books about Abby and her horses are her first for children. Star Horse is the fourth in the series.