Bobby Quinn is shy. In fact, he's so shy, he has trouble making friends. But that changes when he gets a squirmy little puppy for his birthday. Unlike Bobby, Lucy isn't shy at all. And to his surprise, she keeps dragging him into all sorts of adventures--and friendships, too In this heart warming story of a boy and beagle's friendship, Ilene Cooper begins the series that has charmed young readers and dog lovers alike.Author: Ilene CooperPublisher: Random House Books for Young ReadersPublished: 12/17/1999Pages: 80Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 7.40h x 5.00w x 0.30dISBN: 9780307265029Audience: Ages 9-12Accelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.7Point Value: 1Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 39788 / Absolutely LucyReview Citation(s): Booklist 03/15/2000 pg. 1376School Library Journal 03/01/2001 pg. 205About the AuthorFor over 20 years, ILENE COOPER has been writing both fiction and nonfiction books for children, including The Golden Rule, Jack: The Early Years of J.F.K., and her Stepping Stones Absolutely Lucy, Lucy on the Loose, and Look at Lucy! She is also the children's books editor at ALA Booklist magazine.