The Life Of Gabriella Goosington

Gabriella Goosington is a fun–loving little girl who comes from a big, boisterous family. Gabriella loves her family, but there is one person who she loves more than anyone in the world: her pop pop. Gabriella is the first granddaughter in the family, and she quickly becomes her pop pop's whole world.Pop Pop is Gabriella's biggest fan, whether it is at a dance recital watching her twirl in her blue tutu off–beat to the music or at her soccer game, where she chases butterflies instead of the soccer ball. She will do anything to see him smile on the sidelines and hear him yell her name. Gabriella could do no wrong in Pop Pop's eyes.Gabriella has some big events that will rock her world, like the arrival of her baby sister, Gianna, and the drama that takes place in middle school. But Pop Pop is by her side through it all. He guides her, supports her, and gives her a shoulder to cry on every step of the way.As Gabriella gets older, their bond grows stronger. Being so young, Gabriella didn't realize how important Pop Pop was to her until one day, he was no longer there. How does she move forward in her life without him? Who will be there to see her through the hard times and cheer her on in good times? How can she go a day without talking to him? Would he be proud of the person she is becoming?Gabriella made a promise to her pop pop a long time ago. Will she be able to keep that promise? See how Gabriella navigates future events in her life without Pop Pop's guidance and how this special bond between a granddaughter and her grandfather molds Gabriella into the beautiful young woman she is today.

-- Victoria Vulcano