This year Kate was going to have the best birthday party. The only trouble was her parents insisted she invite her whole class "I can't invite Violet," said Kate. "She's so bossy, she always wants everyone to do everything her way." "Just boss her back," said Kate's dad. Kate sighed. That was easy for her dad to say. No one could boss Violet back. Violet always got her way. Kate has decided on a pirate theme for her party. She thinks that seven is going to be the best age to be. Her friend Jake is going to teach her to ride a two-wheeler. And her party is going to be fabulous. That is, until Violet starts spreading stories. Kate goes right on with her planning, but she is worried. When Violet is the only one to show up on the big day, Kate thinks that her worst fears have come true. Frieda Wishinsky is the author of many popular books for children, including Just Call Me Joe and Each One Special.