A review by shirleytupperfreeman
The Brilliant Fall of Gianna Z. by Kate Messner

Gianna Z is having a tough Fall. She's a competitive runner and an artsy procrastinator. Gianna is in danger of being barred from running sectionals unless she completes her science project on schedule. Worst of all, her beloved Nonna is having serious memory problems. With help from best friend Zig, her well-meaning mother and funeral director father, Gianna pulls it off. The story ending is both loving and realistic.