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Echo Mountain is an acclaimed best book of 2020! An NPR Best Book of the Year • A Horn Book Fanfare Selection • A Kirkus Best Book of the Year • A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year • A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year • A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year
After losing almost everything in the Great Depression, Ellie’s family is forced to leave their home in town and start over in the untamed wilderness of nearby Echo Mountain. Ellie has found a welcome freedom, and a love of the natural world, in her new life on the mountain. But there is little joy after a terrible accident leaves her father in a coma. An accident unfairly blamed on Ellie.
Ellie is a girl who takes matters into her own hands, and determined to help her father she will make her way to the top of the mountain in search of the healing secrets of a woman known only as “the hag.” But the hag, and the mountain, still have many untold stories left to reveal. Historical fiction at its finest, Echo Mountain is celebration of finding your own path and becoming your truest self. Lauren Wolk, the Newbery Honor– and Scott O'Dell Award–winning author of Wolf Hollow and Beyond the Bright Sea, weaves a stunning tale of resilience, persistence, and friendship across three generations of families.“Soothing and exquisitely written.” –People“This is a book that will soothe readers like a healing balm.” –The Wall Street Journal“Brilliant.” –Lynda Mullaly Hunt, bestselling author of Fish in a Tree
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Experience historical fiction at its finest with Echo Mountain! Immerse yourself in a captivating tale that will transport you to another time and place. The Horn Book praises this book as a must-read, and The New York Times Book Review raves about its ability to heal both the body and the heart. Don't miss out on this critically acclaimed best book of 2020!
Discover a story that has been recognized by NPR, Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, and Chicago Public Library as one of the best books of the year. Join Ellie and her family as they navigate the challenges of the Great Depression and embark on a journey to Echo Mountain. Experience the freedom and love for the natural world that Ellie finds in the untamed wilderness. But when tragedy strikes and her father falls into a coma, Ellie is determined to unravel the secrets of the mountain and seek healing from the enigmatic "hag."
Ellie's resilience and determination will inspire readers of all ages. Lauren Wolk, the award-winning author of Wolf Hollow and Beyond the Bright Sea, weaves a stunning narrative that celebrates finding your own path and becoming your truest self. This is a story of friendship, persistence, and the power of family across three generations. Soothing and exquisitely written, Echo Mountain is a healing balm for your mind, heart, and soul.
Get your copy of Echo Mountain today and set off on an unforgettable adventure. Discover the untold stories hidden within the mountain and let this timeless tale of courage and resilience touch your heart. Head to here to explore the magical world of Echo Mountain!
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