*I am a HUGE fan of Ali Standish. If you haven't read her previous novels, then you MUST. She writes an emotional and touching story. I was thrilled when I was able to download an e-galley of her upcoming middle-grade novel.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Georgia is dealing with a lot. She loves her father, but she isn't too thrilled about "Shadow Man" who appears more and more often.
*She is surprised when her mother suggests she spend time at her great-aunt's farm out in the country. Georgia agrees with some reservations.
*Once out at the farm, Georgia and her aunt begin to get to know each other while slowly opening up about their own lives.
*One day, during a walk, Georgia stumbles across a magical lake. It is while she is at the lake, she meets another lonely girl named Angela.
*The two girls form a special friendship while testing the limits of the magic that lake seems to provide those around it.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
Who Should Read It:
*Just as with Ali's other novels, this new one could be shared in fourth, fifth, and/or sixth grade. The readers will be touched by Georgia's story and intrigued by the magic. I would also say the book could be used with all middle-school students. Happy Reading!
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*I so enjoyed reading the book and was so happy the story measured up to the top-notch material Ali has previously written.
*The magical elements combined with "real life" provided for a one of a kind reading experience.
*I can't remember reading a middle-grade novel dealing with a parent's alcoholism, but this will be an important story for many young readers.
*The difficult subject matter was handled with grace, dignity, and thoughtfulness.
*Everyone deserves an "aunt" like Ali portrayed within the pages and I could so easily picture her in my mind.
Who Should Read It:
*Just as with Ali's other novels, this new one could be shared in fourth, fifth, and/or sixth grade. The readers will be touched by Georgia's story and intrigued by the magic. I would also say the book could be used with all middle-school students. Happy Reading!
Rating: 5 STARS out of 5 Stars
