Dark Water
Dark Water by Laura McNeal, published by Alfred A. Knopf in 2010, is a work of juvenile fiction that explores the life of fifteen-year-old Pearl DeWitt in Fallbrook, California. Set against a backdrop of sunny days and a grove of avocado trees owned by her uncle, the narrative follows Pearl’s evolving awareness of the migrant workers her uncle employs, particularly focusing on her connection with Amiel, a boy who is both intriguing and enigmatic.
Readers will find a story that intertwines themes of family, love, and the challenges faced by individuals in difficult circumstances. As wildfires threaten their community, the relationship between Pearl and Amiel becomes central to the unfolding events. This edition, comprising 287 pages, delves into issues related to health, daily living, and the complexities of life on a farm, providing a nuanced perspective on the experiences of youth and the impact of external forces on personal connections.
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A National Book Award Finalist
A “Kirkus Reviews “Best Books for Teens
Fifteen-year-old Pearl DeWitt lives in Fallbrook, California, where it’s sunny 340 days of the year, and where her uncle owns a grove of 900 avocado trees. Uncle Hoyt hires migrant workers regularly, but Pearl doesn’t pay much attention to them…until Amiel. From the moment she sees him, Pearl is drawn to this boy who keeps to himself, fears being caught by “la migra,” and is mysteriously unable to talk.
Then the wildfires strike.
“From the Hardcover edition.”
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