Caterpillar Summer
Caterpillar Summer by Gillian McDunn, published by Bloomsbury USA on October 6, 2020, is a reprint edition comprising 320 pages. This book presents the story of Cat and her special needs brother, Chicken, exploring their unique bond and the challenges they face as they navigate a summer that takes unexpected turns. With their mother working hard to support the family after their father’s passing, Cat has taken on a significant role in keeping her family together.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of family, friendship, and the complexities of growing up. As Cat and Chicken spend three weeks with grandparents they have never met, Cat experiences a chance to rediscover her childhood while learning valuable lessons about empathy and healing. This emotionally resonant tale addresses social themes and the dynamics of sibling relationships, making it a thoughtful exploration of resilience and understanding.
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This beautifully written, emotional debut perfect for fans of Lynda Mullaly Hunt or Ali Benjamin tells the story of a girl, her special needs brother, and the summer they will never forget.
“An engaging, honest book.” –Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, Newbery Honor-winning author of The War That Saved My Life
“A beautiful story of family, forgiveness, life on an island, and growing up.” –Kate Messner, author of Breakout and The Seventh Wish
Cat and her brother Chicken have always had a very special bond–Cat is one of the few people who can keep Chicken happy. When he has a “meltdown” she’s the one who scratches his back and reads his favorite story. She’s the one who knows what Chicken needs. Since their mom has had to work double-hard to keep their family afloat after their father passed away, Cat has been the glue holding her family together.
But even the strongest glue sometimes struggles to hold. When a summer trip doesn’t go according to plan, Cat and Chicken end up spending three weeks with grandparents they never knew. For the first time in years, Cat has the opportunity to be a kid again, and the journey she takes shows that even the most broken or strained relationships can be healed if people take the time to walk in one another’s shoes.
An Indies Introduce Pick
A Texas Bluebonnet Selection
A Parents Best Book of the Year
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year
An Amazon Best Book of the Year
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