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Leelu, her mother and her brother immigrate to London - leaving her father behind in their home country. Leelu soon discovers someone is leaving her magical gifts outside her new home - wonders that have magical powers.
Quick Summary
Leelu immigrates to London with her mother and brother, leaving her father behind in their home country, and soon discovers mysterious magical gifts appearing outside her new home, each one holding extraordinary powers that help her navigate her new life. The book explores the emotional challenges of immigration, family separation, and the difficulty of fitting in at a new school while also weaving in an enchanting mystery. If your kid likes "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" with its mix of family drama and magic, they'll be drawn to this story about a girl finding wonder in an unfamiliar place. This 53,325-word novel with a 4.7 AR level is best for middle graders ages 10 and up, particularly kids in 5th through 7th grade who enjoy emotional stories with magical elements.