# The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl - Hardcover

by **Stacy McAnulty** (Author)

**A lightning strike gave her a super power...but even a super genius can't solve the problem of middle school. This smart and funny novel is perfect for fans of _The Fourteenth Goldfish_, _Rain Reign_, and _Counting by Sevens_.**

Lucy Callahan was struck by lightning. She doesn't remember it, but it changed her life forever. The zap gave her genius-level math skills, and ever since, Lucy has been homeschooled. Now, at 12 years old, she's technically ready for college. She just has to pass 1 more test--middle school!

Lucy's grandma insists: Go to middle school for 1 year. Make 1 friend. Join 1 activity. And read 1 book (that's not a math textbook!). Lucy's not sure what a girl who does calculus homework for fun can possibly learn in 7th grade. She has everything she needs at home, where nobody can make fun of her rigid routines or her superpowered brain. The equation of Lucy's life has already been solved. Unless there's been a miscalculation?

A celebration of friendship, Stacy McAnulty's smart and thoughtful middle-grade debut reminds us all to get out of our comfort zones and embrace what makes us different.

**AN NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR**  
**A _KIRKUS REVIEWS_ BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR**

"An engaging story, full of heart and hope. Readers of all ages will root for Lucy, aka Lightning Girl. No miscalculations here!" --Kate Beasley, author of _Gertie's Leap to Greatness_

### Author Biography

Stacy McAnulty is the author of many books for young readers, including chapter book series The Dino Files and GoldieBlox and picture books including _Excellent Ed_, _101 Reasons Why I'm NOT Taking a Bath_, and _Beautiful. The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl_ is her middle-grade debut. A former mechanical engineer, Stacy writes about math and science with authority. Visit her online at stacymcanulty.com or follow her on social media at:

Twitter: @stacymcanulty  
Instagram: StacyMcAnulty  
Facebook: StacyMcAnultyAuthor

**Number of Pages:** 304

**Dimensions:** 1.3 x 8.3 x 5.7 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** May 01, 2018

**Accelerated Reader:**

**Quiz Name:** Miscalculations of Lightning Girl

**Interest Level:** Middle Grades, 4-8

**Reading Level:** 3.7

**Point Value:** 7

## Details

- **Price:** 17.99 USD
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- **Type:** Books
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