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Jelly Bean Summer

Joyce Magnin

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English
Sourcebooks Young Readers
01 May 2018
Living on the roof to escape her crazy family works...until reality pulls Joyce back to the ground.

Living on the roof to escape her crazy family works...until reality pulls Joyce back to the ground Joyce is desperate to get out of the room she shares with her older sister. All she wants is some peace and quiet, not the kind that fills the space left by her missing brother and tastes like butterscotch gone sour, the kind where you can breathe deep and see the stars.

So she moves to the roof. Up there it's nothing but blue sky. Blue sky and....another roof dweller? Joyce soon discovers she's not the only one who's been driven to rooftop living. With the help of a pair of binoculars, a sketch pad, and a pen, Joyce makes an unexpected friend and sets in motion a summer she'll never forget.
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Imprint:   Sourcebooks Young Readers
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 210mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 18mm
Weight:   275g
ISBN:   9781492660842
ISBN 10:   1492660841
Pages:   272
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 8 to 12 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Joyce Magnin has written books for adults and children. She teaches writing workshops and is a popular conference speaker who lives in Portland, Oregon. Visit Joyce at joycewritesforyoungpeople.blogspot.com.

Reviews for Jelly Bean Summer

When the unthinkable happens, no one can make things right in Joyce's life. Her best option? To run away. As she finds her voice and true freedom, her wit and unique view will make you LOL - well when you aren't crying. - Girls' Life Magazine Readers will devour these brightly shining characters and enjoy details such as Joyce's fearlessness, Elaine's artistic vision, Dad's secret project in the basement, and Mom's green thumb. A vivid historical story with heart...A vivid historical story with heart. The Vietnam War creates a compelling backdrop for this engaging, poignant work - School Library Journal Joyce is a well-drawn protagonist who never stops trying to make things right, and some readers will respond to her emotional turmoil of pain, sadness, and hope - Booklist


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