*I read The Hope of Elephants by Amanda Rawson Hill and enjoyed the story. I was excited to see she had a new novel out. I read this middle-grade novel during my Christmas vacation. Once I started, I couldn't put it down.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Winnie isn't too thrilled when she and her mother have to move from Denver to a small Colorado town in order for her mother to marry the new man in her life.
*The move has created more anxiety and negative thoughts for Winnie than she usually has.
*Her "inner" voice, which she has named, is sending more and more negative messages to Winnie and she isn't quite sure how to handle this new situation.
*One evening, Winnie notices a glowing tree and finds herself climbing the tree where she discovers some magical eggs.
*The eggs seem to bring wishes, which at first Winnie thinks will solve all of her problems; but discovers there is more to a wish than what appears on the surface.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*My first take away was the integration of Winnie's story and the fairy tales she write about her own life. I loved this connection.
*I found her "alter-ego" interesting and quite accurate for young people struggling with anxiety and negative thoughts.
*While reading, I enjoyed getting to know the members of Winnie's new family and the new friends she "tried" to establish new friendships with.
*The plot was strong, engaging, and quite thoughtful. Lots of emotions sprinkled throughout the pages.
*Amanda Rawson Hill wrote with heart, authentic emotions/reactions, and characters that readers will come to know and care about.
Who Should Read It:
*The middle-grade novel is geared toward the upper elementary reader along with middle-school readers. I also think most adult readers would enjoy Winnie's journey to self-discovery. Happy Reading!
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
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