When Sea Becomes Sky by Gillian McDunn (English) Hardcover Book

Description: When Sea Becomes Sky by Gillian McDunn In this heartfelt summer story, acclaimed author Gillian McDunn paints a stunning portrait of the bond of siblings and the love well always carry with us. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In this heartfelt summer story, acclaimed author Gillian McDunn paints a stunning portrait of the bond of siblings and the love well always carry with us. Bex and Daveys summer in the saltmarsh is different this year, thanks to the record-breaking drought. Even the fish seem listless--and each day the water level lowers farther. When they discover a mysterious underwater statue, theyre thrilled at the chance to solve the puzzle of its origin. This is the summer adventure theyve been waiting for. When they learn of a development plan that will destroy their special spot, theyll need to act quickly. Unfortunately, sometimes progress happens whether youre ready or not. What will it mean if Bex and Davey lose their corner of the marsh where otters frolic and dragonflies buzz--their favorite place to be siblings together? As Bex and Davey attempt to save the statue and their beloved marsh, they come to see that the truth is not as simple as it seems . . . ultimately discovering so much more about life, permanence, love, and loss than they ever expected. Award-winning author Gillian McDunn crafts a gorgeous story of love and siblinghood, of secret statues and island life, of holding on and letting go. Author Biography Gillian McDunn is the author of Honestly Elliott, These Unlucky Stars, The Queen Bee and Me, and Caterpillar Summer, which received two starred reviews, and was selected for the Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List, and Kirkus and Parents magazine Best Books of the Year lists. When she isnt reading or writing, she is probably baking gluten-free treats, traveling, or spending time with her family. She lives near Raleigh, North Carolina, with her husband and children, and a very silly dog named Friday. @gillianmcdunn Review "A beauty of a story." --Rajani LaRocca, Newbery Honor-winning author of RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE "A moving portrait of grief and growing up. . . The narrative is gentle and compassionate. . . . McDunn offers a bittersweet ode to the heartbreakingly ephemeral periods in life, and this novel provides a possible path forward after loss, even if it cannot offer easy answers." --BCCB, starred review "Written with immediacy and grace...fully engaging novel." --Booklist, starred review "An undeniably beautiful story made for pondering and revisiting . . . Considers big questions and appreciates quiet moments with mastery, compassion and care." --BookPage "An expansive mystery starring two closely bonded siblings." --Publishers Weekly "The pages shine with love, loss, and a sense of place. . . . A mystery that, as it is uncovered, becomes something much more profound." --Kirkus Reviews "A novel full of heart, humor, and honesty. . . . Elliott is an instantly lovable character, and readers will be hooked from the very first chapter." --School Library Journal, starred review, on HONESTLY ELLIOTT "McDunn has a talent for creating sympathetic characters. . . . This well-paced, heartfelt chapter book offers a lovable main character, a lively supporting cast, and a satisfying conclusion." --Booklist, starred review, on HONESTLY ELLIOTT "McDunn (These Unlucky Stars) offers an affirming and nuanced depiction of empathetic and creative Elliotts experience of ADHD. . . . Elliotts relationship with his father, from whom he craves acceptance despite his dads failure to acknowledge Elliotts specific challenges, is particularly inspiring as the two work toward openness and understanding." --Publishers Weekly, starred review, on HONESTLY ELLIOTT "In a droll, engaging, self-effacing, and disarmingly open voice, Elliott narrates his story, providing realistic, firsthand insights into living with ADHD. A refreshingly honest exploration of family and friendship." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on HONESTLY ELLIOTT Review Quote "A beauty of a story." -- Rajani LaRocca, Newbery Honor-winning author of RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE "Written with immediacy and grace...fully engaging novel." -- Booklist, starred review "The pages shine with love, loss, and a sense of place. . . . A mystery that, as it is uncovered, becomes something much more profound." -- Kirkus Reviews "A novel full of heart, humor, and honesty. . . . Elliott is an instantly lovable character, and readers will be hooked from the very first chapter." -- School Library Journal, starred review, on HONESTLY ELLIOTT "McDunn has a talent for creating sympathetic characters. . . . This well-paced, heartfelt chapter book offers a lovable main character, a lively supporting cast, and a satisfying conclusion." -- Booklist, starred review, on HONESTLY ELLIOTT "McDunn ( These Unlucky Stars ) offers an affirming and nuanced depiction of empathetic and creative Elliotts experience of ADHD. . . . Elliotts relationship with his father, from whom he craves acceptance despite his dads failure to acknowledge Elliotts specific challenges, is particularly inspiring as the two work toward openness and understanding." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review, on HONESTLY ELLIOTT "In a droll, engaging, self-effacing, and disarmingly open voice, Elliott narrates his story, providing realistic, firsthand insights into living with ADHD. A refreshingly honest exploration of family and friendship." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on HONESTLY ELLIOTT Details ISBN1547610859 Author Gillian McDunn Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 1547610859 ISBN-13 9781547610853 Format Hardcover Audience Age 8-11 Publication Date 2023-02-28 Pages 224 DEWEY 813.6 Audience Children / Juvenile Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Imprint Bloomsbury YA Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2023-02-28 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:140659794;

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