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Papa reluctantly sends Emily and Maggie to his sister's home in Toronto. Penny, however, must go to live with Grandmama in Montreal. The decision devastates ten-year-old Penny, for the life she is offered in Montreal is nothing like she imagined.
Quick Summary
Ten-year-old Penny is heartbroken when her dad sends her to live with Grandmama in Montreal while her sisters go to a different city, and the reality of her new home turns out to be stranger and tougher than she ever imagined. The story mixes moments of humor with real, sometimes scary, challenges, giving kids a glimpse of how resilience and a little stubbornness can help them navigate tough transitions. It's especially good for readers who enjoy stories about kids figuring out family secrets and making unexpected friends, and it has that same mix of heart and adventure you'll find in The Secret Garden. Parents will appreciate that the book deals with loss and adjustment in a gentle, age-appropriate way, with enough light-hearted scenes to keep younger readers hooked. If you like stories where a child must learn to trust a gruff but loving elder and discover hidden strengths, Penelope: The Glass Castle is a quick, satisfying read at about 12,000 words that won't overwhelm reluctant readers.