The Lottery Rose
The Lottery Rose by Irene Hunt is a poignant tale that explores themes of love and resilience. This reissue, published by Simon and Schuster on March 23, 2021, spans 224 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Georgie Burgess, a boy who endures abuse at home but finds solace in literature and a small rosebush he wins in a supermarket lottery. As he navigates the challenges of his troubled life, Georgie learns to confront his pain and seek a place where he can truly belong.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of family dynamics, the impact of emotional and physical abuse, and the journey toward self-esteem and self-reliance. As Georgie’s life changes with the intervention of child services, he discovers the importance of love and acceptance through the relationships he forms. This edition of The Lottery Rose offers a fresh perspective on the struggles faced by children in difficult circumstances, making it a significant addition to the genre of juvenile fiction.
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A boy learns what it means to give and receive love in this beautifully refreshed edition of Lottery Rose from Newbery Award–winning author Irene Hunt.
Georgie Burgess doesn’t talk about the abuse that he receives from his mother and her boyfriend. Even though he’s constantly getting into trouble at school, he continues to hide his hurt, refusing to tell anyone what life is like at home. Instead, he finds escape between the pages of books depicting beautiful gardens and flowers.
When Georgie wins a small rosebush in a supermarket lottery, he gives it all the love and caring he’s never had. Soon after, his life begins to change when child services remove him from his mother’s care and look for a new, safe home for him. But all the while, Georgie still needs to find a home for his rosebush, and through the people he meets, he slowly learns what it means to be loved and accepted.
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