Vendor
	Mohrbooks Literary Agency Sebastian Ritscher
Original language
English
Categories
Children’s, Teenage & Educational

THE MAGIC OF MELWICK ORCHARD

Rebecca Caprara

After more moves than they can count, Isa's family finally puts down roots. People in town are afraid of the abandoned orchard behind their home, but Isa and her sister Junie are happy to have acres of land to explore.

But when Junie gets sick, Isa's mom falls into a depression, and medical bills force Isa's dad to work more. No one notices that Isa's clothes are falling apart and her stomach is empty.

Out of frustration, Isa buries her out-grown sneakers in the orchard. The next day a sapling sprouts buds that bloom to reveal new shoes. Can Isa use this magical tree to save her family?

Rebecca Caprara grew up in a small town surrounded by apple orchards. An avid globetrotter, she has lived in Italy, Singapore, and Canada. She is now growing roots in Massachusetts with her family.

Available products
Book Published 2018-09-01 by Carolrhoda Books/Lerner
Book Published 2018-09-01 by Carolrhoda Books/Lerner

Comments

Caprara beautifully captures the unbreakable bond between sisters when life throws a curveball. A tender and imaginative debut.

Caprara's principal characters...are likable, and the worries of a family caught up in overwhelming circumstances are sympathetically portrayed. The magic in the orchard is low-key, charming, and convincing... Warmhearted and compelling.

Caprara's story details Isabel's angst thoroughly, making her a relatable protagonist for anyone who's struggled with guilt and fear over a family problem.

A beautiful bloom of a book, rooted in friendship, hope, and love. This stunning debut will make you believe in magic - on the page and in your heart!