Moonpenny Island - Softcover

Tricia Springstubb has found just the right mix of intrigue, sorrow, and compassion Not just for a young person, but for all of us. --New York Times Book Review"

In her inventive and big-hearted Moonpenny Island, Tricia Springstubb lovingly assures her readers that though change can be terrifying, we have the ability to adapt and even thrive-especially if we all stick together. Sparkling and singular, this book is a gem. --Anne Ursu, acclaimed author of The Real Boy and Breadcrumbs"

While exploring familiar themes of the unavoidable changes of adolescence, the novel weaves complex layers of fresh, relatable imagery and charming characterization across education levels, cultures, and generations, beautifully teaching that our shared humanity is one thing that doesn t change. --Publishers Weekly (starred review)"

Poetic and poignant, Springstubb s tale of friendship, loss, hope, and heartache is so fresh and honest it will resonate widely. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"

Flor s growing...awareness of change and heightened understanding of those around her result in a unique protagonist who, like a fossil, creates an imprint that remains long after her story is finished. --Horn Book Magazine"

Tricia Springstubb tells Flor s story of shifting, unmappable hearts with the honesty and grace of a changing tide, letting Flor ride her bicycle right off the page and straight into the reader s heart. --Sheila Turnage, Newbery Honor-winning author of Three Times Lucky"

"Tricia Springstubb has found just the right mix of intrigue, sorrow, and compassion...Not just for a young person, but for all of us."--New York Times Book Review

"In her inventive and big-hearted Moonpenny Island, Tricia Springstubb lovingly assures her readers that though change can be terrifying, we have the ability to adapt and even thrive-especially if we all stick together. Sparkling and singular, this book is a gem."--Anne Ursu, acclaimed author of The Real Boy and Breadcrumbs

"Flor's growing...awareness of change and heightened understanding of those around her result in a unique protagonist who, like a fossil, creates an imprint that remains long after her story is finished."--Horn Book Magazine

"Tricia Springstubb tells Flor's story of shifting, unmappable hearts with the honesty and grace of a changing tide, letting Flor ride her bicycle right off the page--and straight into the reader's heart."--Sheila Turnage, Newbery Honor-winning author of Three Times Lucky

One of two 11-year-olds on tiny Moonpenny Island during the off season, Flor struggles with feelings of abandonment before becoming involved in a geological excavation that helps her confront painful truths about her family—and herself. By the author of What Happened on Fox Street. Simultaneous eBook. 35,000 first printing.