Hooray - a new Billie Letts book

When 15 year old Lutie and her 11 year old brother Fate, go shopping at Wal-Mart with their Dad's girlfriend Floy, they get more than they bargained for. When Floy dies unexpectedly in the check out line, the two children are left on their own. Their Mom died several years before and their Dad previously ran off to Las Vegas. Left to their own devices they take Floy's car and set off to find their Dad. It's a struggle to find food and money and the kids resort to sleeping in the car. If you've ever been to Vegas this is one of those books that makes you feel like you're right there with them, using the washroom at Terrible's Casino. So, for all you Billie Letts fans be sure to place a hold on "Made in the U.S.A". Better hurry, there's already holds on it. p.s. I finished it last night. Keep in mind these kids are living on the streets. It's rather rough, but has a happy ending. Happy Summer reading.