Description
Discover the profound tale of *Just Under the Clouds*, a heartwarming and poignant middle-grade novel that beautifully explores themes of family, belonging, and resilience. This evocative story follows Cora, a middle schooler grappling with homelessness after the death of her father, as she navigates the challenges of growing up without a permanent home. Cora's journey unfolds in the vibrant backdrop of Brooklyn, where she recalls her father's words about thinking in threes, a mantra that guides her through the complexities of life.
As Cora cares for her younger sister, Adare, who is uniquely different and often misunderstood, the sisters’ bond becomes a beacon of hope amidst uncertainty. When their temporary shelter is disrupted, Cora is led to the mystical Ailanthus altissima, the “tree of heaven,” a symbol of resilience that thrives in adversity. This discovery sets her on a transformative journey to understand what home truly means.
*Just Under the Clouds* is a captivating read that intertwines poignant family dynamics with elements of hope. Suitable for readers aged 8 to 12, this compelling story resonates with both children and adults alike, promising to leave a lasting impression long after the last page is turned.
Condition: BRAND NEW | Format: Trade paperback (UK) | ISBN: 9781524720117 | Year: 2019 | Pages: 256 | Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US. Order today and understand the essence of home, love, and the seeds of hope that flourish in our hearts!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781524720117
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 256
Description:
Can you still have a home if you don't have a house? In the spirit of The Truth About Jellyfish and Fish in a Tree comes a stunning debut about a family struggling to find a place to belong.
Can you still have a home if you don't have a house? In the spirit of The Truth About Jellyfish and Fish in a Tree comes a stunning debut about a family struggling to find something lasting when everything feels so fleeting.
Always think in threes and you'll never fall, Cora's father told her when she was a little girl. Two feet, one hand. Two hands, one foot. That was all Cora needed to know to climb the trees of Brooklyn.
But now Cora is a middle schooler, a big sister, and homeless. Her mother is trying to hold the family together after her father's death, and Cora must look after her sister, Adare, who's just different, their mother insists. Quick to smile, Adare hates wearing shoes, rarely speaks, and appears untroubled by the question Cora can't help but ask- How will she find a place to call home?
After their room at the shelter is ransacked, Cora's mother looks to an old friend for help, and Cora finally finds what she has been looking for- Ailanthus altissima, the "tree of heaven," which can grow in even the worst conditions. It sets her on a path to discover a deeper truth about where she really belongs.
Just Under the Clouds will take root in your heart and blossom long after you've turned the last page.
" A heartbreaking yet hopeful story of a family searching for a place to belong." --Publishers Weekly
" A thought provoking de
As Cora cares for her younger sister, Adare, who is uniquely different and often misunderstood, the sisters’ bond becomes a beacon of hope amidst uncertainty. When their temporary shelter is disrupted, Cora is led to the mystical Ailanthus altissima, the “tree of heaven,” a symbol of resilience that thrives in adversity. This discovery sets her on a transformative journey to understand what home truly means.
*Just Under the Clouds* is a captivating read that intertwines poignant family dynamics with elements of hope. Suitable for readers aged 8 to 12, this compelling story resonates with both children and adults alike, promising to leave a lasting impression long after the last page is turned.
Condition: BRAND NEW | Format: Trade paperback (UK) | ISBN: 9781524720117 | Year: 2019 | Pages: 256 | Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US. Order today and understand the essence of home, love, and the seeds of hope that flourish in our hearts!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781524720117
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 256
Description:
Can you still have a home if you don't have a house? In the spirit of The Truth About Jellyfish and Fish in a Tree comes a stunning debut about a family struggling to find a place to belong.
Can you still have a home if you don't have a house? In the spirit of The Truth About Jellyfish and Fish in a Tree comes a stunning debut about a family struggling to find something lasting when everything feels so fleeting.
Always think in threes and you'll never fall, Cora's father told her when she was a little girl. Two feet, one hand. Two hands, one foot. That was all Cora needed to know to climb the trees of Brooklyn.
But now Cora is a middle schooler, a big sister, and homeless. Her mother is trying to hold the family together after her father's death, and Cora must look after her sister, Adare, who's just different, their mother insists. Quick to smile, Adare hates wearing shoes, rarely speaks, and appears untroubled by the question Cora can't help but ask- How will she find a place to call home?
After their room at the shelter is ransacked, Cora's mother looks to an old friend for help, and Cora finally finds what she has been looking for- Ailanthus altissima, the "tree of heaven," which can grow in even the worst conditions. It sets her on a path to discover a deeper truth about where she really belongs.
Just Under the Clouds will take root in your heart and blossom long after you've turned the last page.
" A heartbreaking yet hopeful story of a family searching for a place to belong." --Publishers Weekly
" A thought provoking de