Forever, or a Long, Long Time
Forever, or a Long, Long Time by Caela Carter is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on February 5, 2019. This 336-page book presents a heartfelt narrative centered on siblings Flora and Julian, who grapple with their identities after experiencing numerous foster homes. As they navigate their new life with their adoptive mother, they embark on a journey to uncover their past, which is essential for building their future.
Readers will find a story that explores themes of family, adoption, and the complexities of emotional and physical abuse. The narrative emphasizes the bond between siblings and the idea that love can grow rather than diminish. This edition is written in English and is suitable for those interested in juvenile fiction that addresses social themes and the challenges faced by children in foster care.
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3 starred reviews • A Kirkus Best Book of 2017 • A New York Public Library Top Ten Books for Kids pick • An ALA Notable Book • 2018 NCTE Charlotte Huck Honor Book
From rising star Caela Carter, author of My Life with the Liars, comes a captivating and heartfelt story about siblings who learn that love can never be divided, only multiplied.
Flora and her brother, Julian, don’t believe they were born. They’ve lived in so many foster homes, they can’t remember where they came from. And even now that they’ve been adopted, Flora still struggles to believe that they’ve found their forever home.
So along with their new mother, Flora and Julian begin a journey to go back and discover their past—for only then can they really begin to build their future.
Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead’s When You Reach Me, Kathryn Erskine’s Mockingbird, and Ali Benjamin’s The Thing About Jellyfish
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