The Rambling
The Rambling by Jimmy Cajoleas is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2020, featuring 320 pages in English. This middle grade fantasy centers on Buddy Pennington, who embarks on a journey to river country in hopes of changing his luck. Reuniting with his father, a local legend known for his skills in the magical card game Parsnit, Buddy quickly finds himself entangled in a conflict with his father’s old enemies, including the formidable crime lord Boss Authority.
Readers will discover a tale that intertwines family dynamics with the art of storytelling, as Buddy navigates a dangerous rescue mission. The narrative explores themes of action and adventure, survival, and the significance of tales in shaping one’s fate. As Buddy learns to master Parsnit, he realizes that the strength of a story can be the key to overcoming challenges. This edition invites readers into a world where magic and chance collide, making it a captivating experience for those who enjoy fantasy and folklore.
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From the author of Goldeline, a Booklist Top 10 First Novels for Youth pick, comes a mesmerizing middle grade fantasy about family and the power of storytelling. Perfect for fans of The Girl Who Drank the Moon and The Thickety.
Buddy Pennington is headed to river country, hoping his luck might change. He’ll be better off with his daddy, a wandering soul and a local legend for his skills at Parsnit, a mysterious card game of magic, chance, and storytelling. But no sooner are Buddy and his pop reunited than some of Pop’s old enemies arrive to take him away. Boss Authority, the magical crime lord who has held the rivers in his grasp for years, is ready to collect on an old debt Buddy’s father owes.
Now Buddy must set out on a dangerous rescue mission, learning to play Parsnit with the best of them as he goes. Because the stars are aligning for one last epic duel–one that will require a sticky-fingered ally, a lucky twist of fate, and the hand of a lifetime. And in this game, you’re only as strong as the story you tell.
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