You might enjoy 'Clementine' by Sara Pennypacker—it’s got that same blend of humor and heart, with a protagonist who’s endlessly creative and a little mischievous. Clementine’s antics remind me of Ida B.’s elaborate plans, and both characters have this infectious energy that makes you root for them.
Another pick is 'The Misadventures of the Family Fletcher' by Dana Alison Levy. It’s more ensemble-focused, but the chaotic, loving family dynamics and the kids’ imaginative approaches to life’s challenges give off similar vibes. It’s like if Ida B.’s world expanded to include a whole cast of equally spirited characters.
I’d suggest 'The Great Gilly Hopkins' by Katherine Paterson if you’re after another strong-willed, imperfect but lovable protagonist. Gilly’s got that same fiery spirit as Ida B., though her struggles are a bit grittier. The book doesn’t shy away from tough emotions, but it balances them with humor and heart—kind of like how 'Ida B.' tackles big feelings with a light touch.
For something more contemporary, 'The Thing About Jellyfish' by Ali Benjamin might hit the spot. It’s got that introspective, slightly melancholic yet hopeful tone, and the main character’s journey of coping with loss while trying to make sense of the world feels spiritually aligned with Ida B.’s story. Both books have this beautiful way of showing how kids process complex emotions.
If you loved the quirky, heartfelt energy of 'Ida B. and Her Plans', you might find a kindred spirit in 'The Penderwicks' by Jeanne Birdsall. It’s got that same mix of whimsy and deep emotional resonance, following a group of sisters navigating life with their own unique personalities. The way the characters feel so real, like they could step right off the page, reminds me of how Ida B. just leaps into your heart with her big personality and even bigger plans.
Another gem is 'Because of Winn-Dixie' by Kate DiCamillo. It’s a little quieter but packs just as much emotional punch. The protagonist, Opal, has that same blend of vulnerability and determination as Ida B., and the way the story weaves together community, family, and personal growth feels really similar. Plus, both books have this warmth that makes you want to revisit them over and over.
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Our marriage began as an alliance, but he held me every night, kissed me before council meetings, and fastened the De Luca Donna brooch at my throat as if I already belonged beside him.
Then his first love, Vanessa Ashford, came back.
Within days, our official ceremony was postponed, her access was added to the Donna wing, and Matteo stopped wearing the family signet he once used to claim me in public.
He said it was council business.
But council business did not leave amber perfume on his skin. It did not sit beside him on a private jet to Palm Beach. And it certainly did not smile from the Donna’s chair while his friends watched me lose my place.
The final humiliation came at a private dinner, when someone asked whether I was Matteo’s wife.
He looked at me, then said calmly, “Elena and I have an arrangement.”
That night, I stopped waiting to be chosen.
Matteo could keep his first love, his title, and the home he let her enter.
I packed my passport, my Florence contract, and the prenatal report he had never seen.
Then I left New York with his child.
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Charlie Newman’s voice was icy.
"If it’s a boy, we’re even."
I asked quietly, "And if it’s a girl?"
He paused–then said coldly, "Then we keep trying until you give me a son."
I sighed.
Three years of marriage couldn’t compete with the need for an heir.
However, one night, when I went downstairs for water, I saw him kneeling in the attic, eyes devout, voice trembling.
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