Once in a Blue Moon
Once in a Blue Moon by Sharon G. Flake is a novel published by Random House on January 28, 2025, featuring 336 pages in English. This book presents a poignant narrative in verse that explores themes of family, friendship, and personal growth. The story follows James Henry, who struggles with fear and anxiety after a traumatic event at the lighthouse, where his mother went searching for their dog. His only source of comfort is his twin sister, Hattie, who stands by him as he grapples with his past and seeks to regain his courage.
Readers will find a heartfelt exploration of the challenges of growing up and the difficult discussions that arise within family life. As James Henry navigates his emotions and the memories of that fateful night, he learns that confronting the truth is essential to finding his voice again. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a rare blue moon, symbolizing hope and the possibility of renewal. This edition invites readers to engage with the complexities of childhood and the journey toward bravery and self-discovery.
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A beautiful and uplifting novel in verse about family, friendship, journeys that take us far from home and back again, renewed and more courageous from the three-time Coretta Scott King Honor winner of The Skin I’m In!
James Henry used to be brave. He hasn’t been the same since that fateful night at the lighthouse when his ma went searching for Dog. Now months later, he feels as small as the space between the numbers on a watch, nervous day and night, barely able to go outside. Even words have a hard time leaving his mouth. The only person he speaks to is Hattie, his courageous twin sister, who fiercely protects him, especially from bullies.
James Henry wants nothing more than to be brave again. However, finding his voice will mean confronting the truth about what happened at the lighthouse-a step James Henry isn’t sure he can take. Until a blue moon is forecast, and as Gran has said, everything is possible under a rare blue moon . . .
* “An evocative, immediate novel with compelling characters and a wonderfully well-paced plot.” —The Horn Book, starred review
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