Author: Sonya Hartnett Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com ISBN: 1459621220 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 234
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Harper and her family live in a ramshackle house in the country. Her brother, Tin, lives below them, building tunnels. It is the Depression and each of them is coping in their own way. One year their lives are changed forever by the misguided actions of a well heeled neighbour.
Author: Sonya Hartnett Publisher: Candlewick ISBN: 1536206431 Category : Young Adult Fiction Languages : en Pages : 273
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"A startling coming-of-age story. . . . Through Harper, Hartnett captures the humanity of her spirited, slightly eccentric, and then nearly broken characters." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) Harper Flute believes that her younger brother Tin, with his uncanny ability to dig, was born to burrow. While their family struggles to survive in a bleak landscape during the Great Depression, the silent and elusive little Tin begins to tunnel beneath their tiny shanty. As time passes, Tin becomes a wild thing, leaving his family further and further behind. Sonya Hartnett tells a breathtakingly original coming-of-age story through the clear eyes of an observant child, with exquisite prose, richly drawn characters, and a touch of magical realism.
Author: Rumer Godden Publisher: Virago ISBN: 1844088499 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 304
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'Her prose is pure, delicate, and gently witty' NEW YORK TIMES '[Many] relish the delicacy of her writing for children' IRISH TIMES 'A sensitive exploration of a boy's triumph over the objections of his parents to his becoming a ballet dancer' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Doone Penny is a child with a gift - he was born to dance. But though others recognise his talent, there is little encouragement from his family. His mother preens over his pretty sister, Crystal, also a dancer, but fiercely competitive and vain. Doone's father would never allow a son of his to have ballet lessons and his brothers think he's a sissy. But Doone has passion and ambition beyond his years. He knows he can succeed, if only he is given the chance. If he can make it into Queen's Chase, Her Majesty's Junior Ballet School, he'll show them all . . .
Author: Victoria Poole Publisher: ISBN: 9780445046566 Category : Heart Languages : en Pages : 284
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A young man's heroic fight for life and the family who battled with him all the way through the agonizing suspense of a hazardous heart transplant.
Author: Amy Hest Publisher: Candlewick Press ISBN: 9780763634384 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 36
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Baby Duck experiences the fear of the first day of school, but with a little help from Grampa, everything turns out okay in the end. By the creators of You're the Boss, Baby Duck! Reissue.
Author: Phillip Thorne Publisher: Moody Publishers ISBN: 1600663583 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 79
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Stories of life, love, and laughter. In this storybook for adults, you will meet Silly Gunkle, Momo, Grantie, GiGi and Gramps—all adults, mind you, and all real-life characters. Phil, the storyteller, is a middle-aged pastor experienced in imparting spiritual wisdom, whose life is disrupted and forever changed by a precocious three-year-old named Naomi, his granddaughter and the book's central character. Thursdays with Naomi is a wonderfully readable reflection in which both Gramps and Naomi have something keenly important to say. It is a gift to all who have forgotten to make time lately to stand still, to laugh at themselves, or even to crazy-dance. If that's you, read this book slowly, and then listen more closely to this little child, and expect to be amazed. ------------------------------------ "This book gets four stars from me." — Dr. Tony Campolo, Professor Emeritus, Eastern University "These heartwarming, endearing, and oh-so-relatable vignettes from a pastor's relationship with his young granddaughter provide wise metaphors for how God views each of us." — Carol Kent, author, When I Lay My Isaac Down
Author: Melrose Cooper Publisher: ISBN: 9781536406634 Category : Languages : en Pages : 32
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Andre dreads Thursdays. Thursday is the day before Mama gets paid at work each week -- and the day when money is tight and spirits are low for Andre and his older brother and sister. As report card day approaches, Andre is excited because he anticipa
Author: Pat Santarsiero Publisher: CreateSpace ISBN: 9781484054833 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 420
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With her family facing certain ruin, Elizabeth Bennet makes an irrevocable choice that will forever change her destiny. Risking her own reputation, she enters into a bargain with an unknown gentleman in order to obtain the funds she desperately needs. However, she soon discovers that the bargain has cost much more than she could ever have imagined. Set in the world of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, Thursday's Child is a story of sacrifice, courage and love. See what reviewers are saying about "Thursday's Child" . . . Unforgettable . . .the writing is beautiful, the plot well-developed, the ending is satisfying. The story is as perfect as the book cover. S.C.Mema Truly Amazing . . . This book was an amazing journey. William and Lizzy made me tear up, smile, swoon, fall in love, cry and finish off with a broad smile. This will be one of my forever favorite P&P variations . . . Paula. Absolute delight! . . . Beautifully written. How this author crafted the relationship from love at first sight to true love is enchanting. Read it twice already! Absolute keeper! . . . Booklover75. Great Variation!! . . .I loved this story. It kept me turning the pages to see what was going to happen next. . . An emotional roller coaster. I was sad, shocked, afraid and happy . . . this book has it all! I can't wait for her next book on my favorite couple . . . Linda Sneed.
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