A review by jengennari
The House That Lou Built by Mae Respicio

5.0

This story has heart, a tight-knit family, a Barrio Fiesta, and a tiny home. What's not to love? Lou Bulosan-Nelson is determined to build a home on land left to her by her father, who died in a car crash. Respicio sets up a number of roadblocks for Lou -- a threatened move to Washington state, a land auction due to unpaid taxes, and getting grounded. I love how Lou is a bus rider, and there are some great teachers and other adults who help Lou.

On a personal note, fun to see Sausalito and its floating homes make an appearance!