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Book Synopsis: "Sloan captures the importance of compassion and bravery when facing life’s challenges” (Kirkus) in this touching novel by the critically acclaimed author of Counting by 7s.
It's been almost a year since Sila's mother traveled halfway around the world to Turkey, hoping to secure the immigration paperwork that would allow her to return to her family in the United States.
The long separation is almost impossible for Sila to withstand. But things change when Sila accompanies her father (who is a mechanic) outside their Oregon town to fix a truck. There, behind an enormous stone wall, she meets a grandfatherly man who only months before won the state lottery. Their new alliance leads to the rescue of a circus elephant named Veda, and then to a friendship with an unusual boy named Mateo, proving that comfort and hope come in the most unlikely of places.
A moving story of family separation and the importance of the connection between animals and humans, this novel has the enormous heart and uplifting humor that readers have come to expect from the beloved author of Counting by 7s.
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Are you ready to be swept away on a heartwarming adventure? Introducing "The Elephant in the Room," a touching novel that has captured the hearts of readers everywhere. From the critically acclaimed author of Counting by 7s, this book is a must-read for those who believe in the power of compassion and bravery in the face of life's challenges.
Follow the incredible journey of Sila, a young girl who has been separated from her mother for almost a year. Sila's mother traveled to Turkey to secure their immigration paperwork, leaving Sila longing for her return. The longing becomes unbearable, until Sila's chance encounter with a grandfatherly man behind an enormous stone wall. This man, a recent lottery winner, becomes the catalyst for a series of life-changing events.
Accompany Sila as she embarks on a thrilling adventure that involves the rescue of a circus elephant named Veda. Along the way, she also forms an unlikely friendship with Mateo, a boy who is as extraordinary as he is mysterious. This novel beautifully explores the themes of family separation, the unbreakable bond between animals and humans, and the resilience of the human spirit.
With its enormous heart and uplifting humor, "The Elephant in the Room" is a book that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you with a renewed sense of hope. Join the millions of readers who have fallen in love with this enchanting story. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the magic of compassion and the power of friendship.
Get your copy of "The Elephant in the Room" today and embark on a journey that will touch your soul. This is a book that reminds us of the unbreakable connections we share with others, whether they are human or animal. Experience the power of empathy and resilience firsthand. Don't wait, start reading now!
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