Synopses & Reviews
A charming novel about sisterhood, self-identity, and friendship from the author of Flutter
Indie Lee Chickory knows she's not as cool as her older sister Bebe. Bebe has more friends, for one. And no one tells Bebe she's a fish freak, for two. So when Indie accidentally brings her pet lobster to school, makes a scene, loses him in the ocean and embarrasses Bebe worse than usual, she makes a wish on a star to become a better Chickory. She tries to do this by joining the stage crew of the community's theater production, The Sound of Music. (Bebe has a starring role.) But Bebe is worried that Indie will embarrass her again, so she gives her a makeover and tells her who she should be friends with. That means Owen is out. But he's fun and smart, so Indie keeps her friendship with him a secret. At night, Indie and Owen rebuild a tree house into a ship in the sky to catch Indie's pet lobster. But during the day, Indie has to hide her friendship with Owen.
When things come to a head, Indie realizes that being true to yourself is more important than being cool. But what's even more surprising is that Bebe realizes it, too.
Praise for TRACING STARS
* This improbable plot and spunky protagonist are appealing bait for a heartfelt, memorable story.”--Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* This timeless story perfectly captures the growth that summer affords kids when, after endless days and nights, they emerge truer versions of themselves.”--Booklist, starred review
Moultons sensitivity to her characters emotions extends this quiet tales mood and setting. (811 years)”--The Horn Book
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Praise for CHASING THE MILKY WAY
"Chasing the Milky Way takes readers along for the highest of highs and lowest of lows. A much-needed addition."--School Library Journal
"A poignant story filled with chaos, deep affection and hope."--Kirkus Reviews
"An empathetic portrayal of mental illness full of sensitivity and, ultimately, hope."--Booklist
"Moulton...writes freely about children forced to assume adult responsibilities while remaining in touch with their idealism, and the possibility of everyday magic."--Publishers Weekly
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Praise for TRACING STARS:
* “This improbable plot and spunky protagonist are appealing bait for a heartfelt, memorable story.” -Kirkus Reviews *STARRED*
* “This timeless story perfectly captures the growth that summer affords kids when, after endless days and nights, they emerge truer versions of themselves.” -Booklist *STARRED*
“Moultons sensitivity to her characters emotions extends this quiet tales mood and setting. (8-11 years)” -The Horn Book
Synopsis
In a book that pairs science with mental illness, and heart with adventure, Erin E. Moulton delivers a moving story about family, friendship and the lengths we go for the people we love.
Lucy Peevy has a dream--to get out of the trailer park she lives in and become a famous scientist. And she's already figured out how to do that: Build a robot that will win a cash prize at the BotBlock competition and save it for college. But when you've got a mama who doesn't always take her meds, it's not easy to achieve those goals. Especially when Lucy's mama takes her, her baby sister Izzy, and their neighbor Cam away in her convertible, bound for parts unknown. But Lucy, Izzy and Cam are good at sticking together, and even better at solving problems. But not all problems have the best solutions, and Lucy and Izzy must face the one thing they're scared of even more than Mama's moods: living without her at all.
Perfect for fans of Sharon Creech's Walk Two Moons, Jerry Spinelli's Maniac Magee and Katherine Paterson's The Great Gilly Hopkins.
Praise for CHASING THE MILKY WAY
"Chasing the Milky Way takes readers along for the highest of highs and lowest of lows. A much-needed addition."--School Library Journal
"A poignant story filled with chaos, deep affection and hope."--Kirkus Reviews
"An empathetic portrayal of mental illness full of sensitivity and, ultimately, hope."--Booklist
"Moulton...writes freely about children forced to assume adult responsibilities while remaining in touch with their idealism, and the possibility of everyday magic."--Publishers Weekly
About the Author
Erin E. Moulton is the author of Flutter and Tracing Stars. She grew up on a mountain in Vermont, received an MFA in writing for children from the Vermont College of Fine Arts along the way, and now lives in southern New Hampshire with her husband. You can visit her online at www.erinemoulton.com or follow her on Twitter @erinemoulton