Named to Oprah Magazine's┬аBest Caribbean Books for Your 2021 reading list, imagination and adventure run wild in the┬аmost talked about middle grade debut of the year!┬а┬а
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A small village on a Jamaican island.┬а
A girl who doesn't remember the previous summer.┬а
A best friend who is no longer acting like one; a┬аnew girl who fills that hole in her heart.┬а
A summer of finding fallen mangos, creating made up┬аgames and dancing in the rain.┬а
Secrets she keeps from others...and herself.
The courage to face the truth even in the toughest of storms.┬а
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Inspired by the author's childhood experiences,┬аWhen Life Give You Mangos┬аis a celebration of island life as well as a rich, lyrical mystery.┬а┬а
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Read it...and don't spoil the unforgettable ending!┬а
A recommended read for classroom discussons and educators looking for diverse offerings.┬а
"A heartfelt and accessible debut about friendship, memory, and forgiveness."┬атАФTae Keller, author of Newbery Medal winner┬аWhen You Trap a Tiger
"A wonderful story with great heart, mystery, and insight.┬аKereen Getten is a bright new voice."┬атАФClare Vanderpool,┬аauthor of Newbery Medal winner┬аMoon Over Manifest┬аand Printz Honor book┬аNavigating Early┬а
"A heartwarming yet suspenseful debut about the strength of family, the turmoil of friendships┬аlost and found, and most importantly, remembering who you are."┬атАФLynne┬аKelly, author of the Schneider award winner┬аSong for a Whale┬а