I Know an Old Lady is a wonderfully written coming-of-age story that will leave readers young and old feeling moved and inspired. The book tells the story of a troubled young man, Billy Tupper, sentenced to spend his summer working for curmudgeonly Old Lady Baxter. The relationship between Billy and Baxter evolves and deepens over the course of the novel and winds up changing both of their lives. The author Margaret Standafer possesses a unique talent for crafting characters and settings the pull you into the world of the story. Young adult readers looking for a book with emotion and depth will love I Know an Old Lady.