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Book Synopsis: An instant New York Times bestseller! "Storytelling for young readers at its finest—equal parts summer adventure and environmental suspense…[a] love letter to family, friendship, and the natural world." —Kwame Alexander, New York Times bestselling author of The Crossover
From New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe comes a beautiful story of friendship, loss, and the healing power of nature in her first book for middle-grade readers.
Eleven-year-old Jake’s life has just turned upside-down. His father was wounded in Afghanistan, and his mother is going to leave to care for him. That means Jake’s spending the summer on tiny Dewees Island with his grandmother.
The island is a nature sanctuary—no cars or paved roads, no stores or restaurants. To make matters worse, Jake’s grandmother doesn’t believe in cable or the internet. Which means Jake has no cell phone, no video games...and no friends. This is going to be the worst summer ever!
He’s barely on the island before he befriends two other kids—Macon, another "summer kid," and Lovie, a know-it-all who lives there and shows both Jake and Macon the ropes of life on the island. All three are struggling with their own family issues and they quickly bond, going on adventures all over Dewees Island.
Until one misadventure on an abandoned boat leads to community service. Their punishment? Mandatory duty on the Island Turtle Team. The kids must do a daily dawn patrol of the beach on the hunt for loggerhead sea turtle tracks. When a turtle nest is threatened by coyotes, the three friends must find a way to protect it.
Can they save the turtle nest from predators? Can Jake’s growing love for the island and its inhabitants (be they two-legged, four-legged, feathered, or finned) help to heal his father? Read more
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Experience the captivating world of adventure and environmental suspense with "The Islanders"! This instant New York Times bestseller is a must-read for young readers. Dive into a love letter to family, friendship, and the natural world. Written by acclaimed author Mary Alice Monroe, this is her first book for middle-grade readers that will leave a lasting impact.
Follow the incredible journey of eleven-year-old Jake as his life takes an unexpected turn. With his father wounded in Afghanistan and his mother caring for him, Jake finds himself spending the summer on the enchanting Dewees Island with his grandmother. This nature sanctuary holds no cars, no paved roads, and no modern distractions. At first, Jake feels alone without his cell phone and video games, but everything changes when he befriends two other kids – Macon, another "summer kid," and Lovie, a knowledgeable island resident.
Together, the trio embarks on thrilling adventures across Dewees Island while facing their own family challenges. However, their misadventure on an abandoned boat leads them to community service – mandatory duty as part of the Island Turtle Team. Join them as they brave the daily dawn patrols, searching for loggerhead sea turtle tracks and protecting precious nests from predators. Can they save the turtle nest and find solace amidst their own struggles? Discover the transforming power of love for the island and its diverse inhabitants.
Embark on an unforgettable journey filled with friendship, loss, and the healing power of nature. "The Islanders" will captivate young readers and introduce them to the wonders of our natural world. Don't miss out on this compelling story that combines summer adventure and environmental consciousness. Immerse yourself in a remarkable tale that will inspire a love for nature and leave a lasting impression. Take the first step towards this extraordinary journey and get your copy of "The Islanders" today!
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