Plotting the Stars 1: Moongarden
Plotting the Stars 1: Moongarden by Michelle A. Barry is a 368-page juvenile fiction book published by Holiday House on November 1, 2022. This engaging narrative presents a reimagining of The Secret Garden, set against a backdrop of failed climate change policies and intergalactic conspiracies. The story follows Myra Hodger, a student at an elite school on the Moon, who struggles with feelings of inadequacy and the pressure to fit in, while discovering a hidden garden that may hold the key to solving critical food shortages.
Readers will find a blend of science fiction and social themes as Myra navigates her challenges and uncovers the secrets of the garden filled with toxic plants. The book explores concepts of self-esteem and self-reliance, encouraging young readers to embrace their unique abilities. With a vibrant heroine and a robot sidekick, this series starter aims to inspire change-makers in a world where magic and science intertwine.
Official synopsis Publisher
“Moongarden blooms with heart and adventure. A stellar update of The Secret Garden, woven with a little science fiction, a lot of magic, a vibrant heroine, and a plucky robot sidekick to rival R2-D2.” —Victoria Aveyard, New York Times bestselling author of Red Queen
The Secret Garden meets The City of Ember. Failed climate change policy, an intergalactic conspiracy, and the magical, unlikely heroine who could unearth it all. An explosive STEAM-inspired series starter perfect for young change makers.
Centuries ago, Earth’s plants turned deadly, and humanity took to space to cultivate new homes. Myra Hodger is in her first year at an elite school on the Moon, and she’s crumbling under the pressure. She doesn’t fit in and, worse, the tattoos that signal her Number Whisperer magic aren’t developing. In her heart, she knows she doesn’t have a Creer, and soon everyone else will, too.
Wandering the halls while cutting class, she discovers a secret lab hidden behind one of the unused classrooms and, beyond that, a secret garden overflowing with plants. Dangerous toxic plants.
As she learns more about the garden, Myra begins to wonder if she does have a Creer after all—one that died out when the Earth did. One that could help solve the food shortages the government doesn’t want anyone to know about.
Re-envisioning The Secret Garden for a new generation, Moongarden weaves together STEAM themes and intense social pressures in a stunning series starter, and introduces a dynamic heroine who might just grow a revolution.
Named to the Texas Lone Star Reading List
An Indiana Young Hoosiers Book Award Nominee
Named to Read Aloud Indiana Middle Grade List
Named to the Great Words Great Books List (Official Book List of the Scripps National Spelling Bee)
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Plotting the Stars 1: Moongarden” about?
Who is the author of “Plotting the Stars 1: Moongarden”?
When was “Plotting the Stars 1: Moongarden” published?
What is the ISBN for “Plotting the Stars 1: Moongarden”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
