Critically acclaimed author Cammie McGoverns middle grade debut is a powerful and heartwarming story that will appeal to readers who loved R. J. Palacios Wonder, Holly Sloans Counting by 7s, Lynda Mullaly Hunts Fish in a Tree, and Ann M. Martins Rain Reign.Fourth grade is not going at all how Benny Barrows hoped. He hasnt found a new best friend at school. Hes still not a great bike rider--even though his brother George, whos autistic, can do tricks. And worst of all, he worries his dads recent accident might be all his fault. Benny tries to take his moms advice and focus on helping others, and to take things one step at a time. But when his dad ends up in the hospital again, Benny doesnt know how he and his family will overcome all the bad luck that life seems to have thrown their way.Just My Luck is a deeply moving and rewarding novel about a down-on-his-luck boy whose caring heart ultimately helps him find the strength to cope with tragedy and realize how much he truly has to offer his friends and family.