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Description
Eleven-year-old Meixing and her family inherit First Uncle's home after he dies unexpectedly and immigrate to the New Land. As they adjust to their new lives, Meixing must find the resilience and bravery to carve out a place for herself in this unfamiliar world. The novel contains mild violence, bias, and racial slurs.
Quick Summary
Meixing's new home is a breathtaking glasshouse where magic blooms from seeds her uncle left behind, making this part immigration story, part magical realism gem, and part heartwarming tale of finding belonging in an unfamiliar world. Kids will root for this brave 11-year-old as she navigates tricky family dynamics, new cultural challenges, and discovers that even in the most uncertain times, a little courage and heart can transform a house into a home. If your kid loves the emotional depth and magical touches of "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" or the immigrant family struggles in "Front Desk," they'll absolutely fall in love with this story. Perfect for kids ages 9-13 in grades 4-8 who enjoy emotionally rich stories about perseverance and finding your place in the world.