Dark Water
Dark Water by Laura McNeal is a reprint edition published by Random House Children’s Books on October 11, 2011. This young adult fiction novel follows fifteen-year-old Pearl DeWitt, who lives in Fallbrook, California, where her uncle manages a grove of avocado trees. Pearl’s life takes a turn when she becomes intrigued by Amiel, a migrant worker who is quiet and fearful of being discovered by immigration authorities.
In this narrative, readers will explore themes of social dynamics, emotions, and the challenges faced by those in the migrant community. As wildfires threaten their surroundings, the story delves into the complexities of Pearl’s feelings and her growing awareness of the lives of those around her. With 320 pages, this edition presents a thoughtful examination of lifestyles and the impact of immigration on personal relationships.
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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.
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