Description
When shy, withdrawn Tara arrives in the small town of Willow Falls just before her thirteenth birthday, she expects a quiet, uneventful stay with relatives she barely knows. Instead, she discovers an unexpected friendship with an enigmatic elderly collector of rare and unusual items who seems determined to share something profound with her. As Tara navigates new friendships and explores the charming town, she begins to uncover the mysterious significance behind the gifts and messages the collector keeps offering her. Wendy Mass weaves a touching coming-of-age story about self-discovery, belonging, and the transformative power of human connection. This heartwarming novel celebrates the magic that can unfold when we open ourselves to new experiences and the people who see us for who we truly are.
Available Editions
paperback
Scholastic Inc.
Published Jan 1, 2011
354 pages
ISBN: 9780545310031
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First Published
2011
Language
eng
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