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Banished from her abusive home for a summer with her estranged grandmother in Barcelona, twelve-year-old Alba feels hope and love while exploring a newly discovered passion for bread baking.
Quick Summary
Twelve-year-old Alba discovers an unexpected gift for bread baking while spending the summer in Barcelona with her estranged grandmother, and what starts as a way to pass the time becomes a magical journey of self-discovery, healing, and the kind of love she never knew existed. Kids will devour every page as Alba transforms simple ingredients into extraordinary connections, finding her voice and a place where she truly belongs through the alchemy of flour, yeast, and patience. If your kid loves heartfelt stories about finding your passion and healing like in "Merci Suárez Changes Gears," they'll absolutely fall in love with this delicious tale. Perfect for kids ages 9-12 in grades 4-7 who enjoy stories about family, friendship, and discovering what makes them special.