S.) King is a boy-meets-animal story like no other.The first middle-grade novel from Amy Sarig (A. The first middle-grade novel from YA superstar Amy Sarig (A. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.īook Description Paperback. Drawing upon the tradition of Carl Hiaasen's Hoot (2002), this eco-focused story will tug at readers' consciences and heartstrings." - Booklist "This is acclaimed YA author King's first foray into middle-grade territory, and it's no surprise that she adeptly handles issues like bullying, compromised friendship, complex family dynamics, and the tedium of homework. A finely wrought, magical coming-of-age tale with a convincing message." - Kirkus Reviews just right for a sensitive sixth-grader with a growing self- and world awareness trying to navigate the troubled waters of uncertain friendships and demeaning bullying. An emotionally rich read for a wide audience, especially those interested in keeping the planet alive and well for future generations." - School Library Journal, starred review "A coming-of-age novel with a fully developed and authentic protagonist. Through Obe, King asks the Big Questions alongside the smaller, more personal ones in a way that will likely have readers doing the same." - The Horn Book Magazine, starred review "A smart, environmentally conscious underdog story with a lot of heart. "A provocative exploration of human action and interaction on both local and global levels, as well as the interplay between past, present, and future, King's novel will leave readers pondering how we treat each other and the planet. "synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.Ī Spring 2017 Kid's Indie Next List selectionĪ Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year But to keep him safe, Obe must make a decision that might change everything. The animal-Marvin Gardens-becomes Obe's best friend and biggest secret. No one has seen a creature like this before.
And as he watches it, he realizes it eats plastic. One day, he sees a creature that looks kind of like a large dog. So Obe hangs out at the nearby creek, in the last wild patch left, picking up trash and looking for animal tracks.
And he keeps getting nosebleeds, because of that thing he doesn't like to talk about. His family's farmland has been taken over by developers.
S.) King and a boy-meets-animal story like no other!Ī New York Public Library Best Book for Kids The first middle-grade novel from Amy Sarig (A.
S.) King is a boy-meets-animal story like no other.
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