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Twelve-year-old Anastasia has a series of disastrous experiences when, expecting to get a job as a lady's companion, she is hired to be a maid.

What could possibly go wrong during one unforgettable summer?

A Hilarious Misunderstanding: Anastasia dreams of being a sophisticated companion, but she ends up with a maid’s apron and a run-in with a garbage disposal that costs her more than she earns. An Unlikely Alliance: She expects to hate her wealthy employer’s granddaughter, Daphne. Instead, they team up for a secret plot that might be their most disastrous—and brilliant—idea of all. A Witty Heroine: Anastasia faces every catastrophe—from a lumpy disguise to a party full of surprises—with a dramatic flair that will have readers laughing out loud. A Funny Middle Grade Classic: A beloved book from the classic Anastasia Krupnik series by Newbery Medal-winning author Lois Lowry, perfect for fans of Judy Blume and Beverly Cleary.