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Description
See You on a Starry Night by Lisa Schroeder is a Middle Grades novel about Juliet, who has just moved to a beachside town with her recently separated mother and older sister. There, she meets Emma and the two girls form an instant friendship, spending their time together throwing bottles with secret messages into the sea. The story explores the power and magic of friendship during a time of change.
Quick Summary
Between the dunes and the tide, Juliet finds an unexpected friend in Emma, and together they launch messages in bottles that might just wash up on someone else's shore. Middle graders will devour the mystery of who receives their secrets, ride the waves of starting over, and cheer for a friendship that sparkles like starlight on water. If your kid falls for stories like Bridge to Terabithia or Fish in a Tree, this book will wash over their heart like a perfect summer wave. Perfect for kids ages 9-12 in grades 4-7, this AR 3.8 read delivers just the right mix of hope, mystery, and seaside adventure.