The Face on the Milk Carton: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

After recognizing the photo of the little girl listed as missing on the milk carton, 15-year-old Janie Johnson’s life is forever changed as she struggles to balance loyalty with doing what is right.
Quick facts about The Face on the Milk Carton
- Title: The Face on the Milk Carton
- Author: Caroline B. Cooney
- First published: 1990
- Genre: young adult, fiction, parent and child
- OpenLibrary ID: OL12388W
Where to read The Face on the Milk Carton
The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Face on the Milk Carton about?
After recognizing the photo of the little girl listed as missing on the milk carton, 15-year-old Janie Johnson’s life is forever changed as she struggles to balance loyalty with doing what is right..
Who wrote The Face on the Milk Carton?
The Face on the Milk Carton was written by Caroline B. Cooney.
When was The Face on the Milk Carton published?
The Face on the Milk Carton was first published in 1990.



