Blown Away!
Blown Away! by Joan Hiatt Harlow is a reprint edition published by Margaret K. McElderry Books on November 25, 2008. This 272-page novel is set in the summer of 1935 in the Florida Keys, where thirteen-year-old Jake Pitney enjoys a quiet life until he starts working with the town’s eccentric fisherman, Sharkey. The story unfolds as Jake becomes attached to Sharkey’s new mule, Jewel, and her dog, Rudy, while also trying to connect with Mara, the new girl in town.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines themes of friendship and resilience against the backdrop of a devastating hurricane that strikes Jake’s hometown. As the storm wreaks havoc, Jake’s determination to reunite with his family and friends leads him on an unexpected journey. The book touches on elements of juvenile fiction, animals, and historical events, providing a rich context for exploring the impact of nature and the strength of community in challenging times.
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It’s the summer of 1935, and in the sleepy Florida Keys, thirteen-year-old Jake Pitney’s life is quiet and easy. But all of this changes once Jake begins helping out the town’s eccentric fisherman, Sharkey, with work.
On a trip to Key West, Jake is dumbfounded when Sharkey buys a mule named Jewel and her faithful sidekick, a dog named Rudy. Despite their troublemaking ways, Jake grows fond of the mischievous duo and their owner. All the while, Jake is trying to befriend Mara, the new girl in town, whose life has been filled with sadness.
During the Labor Day holiday, an unpredictable Atlantic hurricane hits Jake’s hometown with devastating speed and power, reducing the island to shambles. Jake is determined to find his family, along with Sharkey and Mara. But he may need help from some unlikely sources.
From the bestselling author of Star in the Storm and Thunder from the Sea comes a gripping story of strength and determination in the face of uncontrollable circumstances. Based on actual events, Joan Hiatt Harlow’s tale explores friendship, loyalty, and ultimately, hope.
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