The Seventh Wonder
The Seventh Wonder by May Lamar, published by Covenant Books on April 25, 2023, is a historical fiction novel that follows the journey of Anna Jo Grant, a young girl grappling with the complexities of her life during the summer of 1971. As an army brat, Anna Jo faces the challenges of her father’s deployment to Vietnam, the weight of guilt from her family’s past, and the difficulties of adjusting to a new stepmother. Her only solace comes from a stolen dog named Troop and the music of Joni Mitchell, until she finds herself unexpectedly sent to a camp called The Nest.
In this edition, readers will explore Anna Jo’s transformative summer as she navigates friendships and personal struggles, including the distressing news about her beloved dog. The narrative unfolds through the perspectives of both Anna Jo and Troop, offering a unique lens on her experiences. This 274-page book delves into themes of resilience and companionship, providing an engaging look at a pivotal moment in Anna Jo’s life.
Official synopsis Publisher
Army brat Anna Jo Grant is a fish out of water during the turbulent summer of 1971 and gasping for life. Anna Jo’s dad is in Vietnam, her guilt over the death of her mom and little sister is debilitating, and her stepmother is god-awful, just like her complexion. Her only comforts seem to be a stolen dog named Troop and Joni Mitchell’s new album until she’s unceremoniously dumped at a camp called The Nest–where no one is expecting her. Here she discovers empowering new friends (one of whom is in big trouble) and the knee-buckling news that her treasured canine, thought to be safe back at the base, is missing. Thus begins the summer adventure of her young life. Narrated by both Anna Jo and Troop, The Seventh Wonder is not your usual summer camp romp.
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