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Description
Glory Bea Goode lives with her grandmother above a second-hand store in the small town of Turnback, Missouri. Marvalene Zulig travels with her parents as part of Shuroff's Spectacular carnival. Both girls are unhappy with their lives until they become friends, which gives them a new perspective.
Quick Summary
Two girls from completely different worlds a small-town girl living with her grandmother and a carnival kid who never stays in one place find an unexpected friendship that helps them both see their lives in a whole new way. Kids will devour the colorful carnival scenes and root for both Glory Bea and Marvalene as they navigate feeling like outsiders and discover that belonging isn't about where you live. If your kid likes heartfelt stories like Esperanza Rising or Bridge to Terabithia, they'll fall in love with this tale of friendship across vastly different lives. Perfect for kids ages 9-13 in grades 4-8 who enjoy stories about finding your place in the world.