Description
Description
'Harper Lee has a worthy successor. Wolk is a big new talent' The Times
'It is a magical thing to step into a world created by Wolk' Booklist 'Exceptional' Publishers WeeklySeveral months have passed since devastating events changed the sleepy community of Wolf Hollow forever. Annabelle, still trying to make sense of her own part in them, is caught in a wild and sudden summer storm - and struck by lightning. She wakes with a memory: a fist, pounding on her heart, bringing her back to life. But there is no sign of whoever saved her, and Annabelle cannot understand who would do such a thing and then flee. To her surprise, Annabelle's brush with lightning leaves her with a strange and beautiful gift: an uncanny connection with the animals around her, and an ability to understand their deepest fears and feelings. And when several newcomers arrive in her life - as well as a figure from the past - Annabelle must use her heightened senses to discover the truth about them all. A stunning coming of age novel about forgiveness, friendship and our powerful connection with the natural world, from the award-winning and critically acclaimed author of Wolf Hollow, Beyond the Bright Sea and Echo Mountain.
About the Author
About the Author
Lauren Wolk is an award-winning poet, artist, and author. She is the author of Echo Mountain, Newbery Honor-winner Wolf Hollow, and Scott O'Dell Award-winner Beyond the Bright Sea. Lauren was born in Baltimore and has since lived in California, Rhode Island, Minnesota, Canada, and Ohio. She now lives with her family on Cape Cod.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"Wolk writes like a fever dream while raising questions about our capacities for forgiveness. Deep, dark, and indelible." --The Times of London ★ "A powerful story to electrify the soul." --Booklist, starred review ★ "With a memorable heroine, a finely honed voice, a distinctive setting, and deeply grounded relationships, this thought-provoking novel raises ethical issues about personal flaws and forgiveness." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "Historical fiction for middle-grade readers who relish a warm family story with an energetic plot; a character who comes into her own; and a fully realized, sensory-rich setting." --The Horn Book "Poignant. Tugs at the heartstrings while gently guiding readers to explore understanding complicated people, what's true, and what matters." --Common Sense Media "My Own Lightning teaches young readers that although tragedy shapes us, it does not have to define us." --The Historical Novel Society "Steeped in themes of growth and acceptance, a solid continuation of an impactful first installment." --Kirkus Reviews ACCLAIM FOR LAUREN WOLK'S WOLF HOLLOW --A Newbery Honor Book - An NPR Best Book of the Year - A Booklist Best Book of the Year - An Entertainment Weekly Best Book of the Year - A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year - A Shelf Awareness Best Book of the Year - A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year - A Wall Street Journal Best Children's Book of the Year - An ALA Notable Children's Book "The honesty of Wolf Hollow will just about shred your heart, but Annabelle's courage and compassion will restore it to you, fuller than before. This book matters." --Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of Pax "An evocative setting, memorable characters, a searing story: Wolf Hollow has stayed with me long after I closed the book. It has the feel of an instant classic." --Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medalist and New York Times bestselling author "Wrenching and true. . . . comparisons to Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird will abound. But Wolk gives us her own story--one full of grace and stark, brutal beauty." --New York Times Book Review "This exquisite debut confronts injustice and doesn't flinch." --People
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Dutton Books for Young Readers
Pub date:
2022-05-03
Length:
320 pages
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