Bailey who is usually so nice Bailey my neighbor my friend my buddy my pal for my whole life knowing me better than anybody that Bailey that Bailey I am so mad at right now that Bailey I hate him today Twelve-year-old Rosie and her best friend Bailey dont always get along thats true But Granny Torrelli seems to know just how to make things right again with her warm words and family recipes She understands from experience that lifes twists and turns cant rattle the unique bond between two lifelong pals Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech cooks up a delightfully tender novel filled with homemade dishes and secret recipes Its easy to remember whats important about love life and friendship while Granny Torrelli makes soup