The Swallowtail Legacy 1: Wreck at Ada's Reef by Michael D. Beil (English) Hardc

Description: The Swallowtail Legacy 1: Wreck at Ada's Reef by Michael D. Beil Twelve-year-old Lark Heron-Finch inherits a house on Swallowtail Island in Lake Erie, where she untangles a decades-old mystery and saves the island from unscrupulous developers. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A vibrant contemporary mystery with a classic feel about grappling with grief, righting past wrongs, redefining family, and finding yourself.An Edgar Award Nominee!Twelve-year-old Lark Heron-Finch is steeling herself to spend the summer on Swallowtail Island off the shores of Lake Erie. Its the first time she and her sister will have seen the old house since their mom passed away. The islands always been full of happy memories-and with a step father and his boys and no mom, now everything is different.When Nadine, a close family friend, tells Lark about a tragic boat accident that happened off the coast many years before, Larks enthralled with the story. Nadines working on a book about Dinah Purdy, Swallowtails oldest resident who had a connection to the crash, and shes sure that the accident was not as it appeared. Impressed by Larks keen eye, she hires her as her research assistant for the summer.And then Lark discovers something amazing. Something that could change Dinahs life. Something linked to the crash and to her own familys history with Swallowtail. But there are others on the island who would do anything to keep the truth buried in the watery depths of the past.A compelling and complex mystery with a classic feel, Wreck at Adas Reef is a perfect coming-of-age middle grade novel for fans of The Parker Inheritance, Holes, The Westing Game, and anyone looking for a satisfying puzzle that stretches across decades.Named to the Vermont Golden Dome Book Award List Author Biography In a time not long after the fifth extinction event, Edgar Award-nominated author Michael D. Beil came of age on the shores of Pymatuning Lake, where the ducks walk on the fish. (Look it up. Seriously.) He is the author of the Red Blazer Girls series, Summer at Forsaken Lake, Lantern Sam and the Blue Streak Bandits, and Agents of the Glass- A New Recruit. For reasons that cant be disclosed until September 28, 2041, he now lives somewhere in Portugal with his wife and their two white cats, Bruno and Maisie. He still gets carsick if he has to ride in the back seat for long and feels a little guilty that he doesnt keep a journal. For more on the author and his books, Review … "Beils (A New Recruit) tightly plotted story of family intrigue and blackmail has considerable emotional ballast . . . as Lark realizes the depth of her stepfathers grief and the realities of prejudice."—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review … "Each character, historic and contemporary, sparks with life. Larks process and the reveals are perfectly paced. . . . Most heartwarming, Lark develops feelings of loyalty toward her blended family and uncovers a surprising link to their property. Readers will be hooked—more, please!"—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review … "Michael D. Beils delightful middle-grade mystery is itself like an old novel: unhurriedly paced, impeccably written and including many orphaned children. . . . While The Swallowtail Legacy abounds with references to literary classics, it favorably evokes a modern counterpart: Jeanne Birdsalls The Penderwicks, with its likewise widowed eggheaded father, sprawl of siblings and pets and salvific summer getaway."—Shelf Awareness, Starred Review "Lark is like any pre-teen, possessing a relatable attitude, observant, and smart. . . she provides strong imagery through her voice. . . . A coming-of-age story about grief and personal growth set against the additional backdrop of an enjoyable mystery."—School Library Connection "Fans of mystery will enjoy how Lark goes all out to solve this case. . . . Main characters are well fleshed out, and the author does a wonderful job of bringing this island and its inhabitants to life. . . . An entertaining mystery for fans of Sammy Keyes and Nancy Drew about family, loss, and the importance of friendship."—School Library Journal "The evolution of Larks relationship with her stepfather and siblings is well done, giving the books fully realized secondary characters a chance to develop along with the protagonist."—The Horn Book Review Quote "Each character, historic and contemporary, sparks with life. Larks process and the reveals are perfectly paced. . . . Most heartwarming, Lark develops feelings of loyalty toward her blended family and uncovers a surprising link to their property. Readers will be hooked--more, please!" --Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review "Michael D. Beils middle grade novel is both a consuming race-against-the-clock mystery and a break-your-heart drama about making peace with the past." --Shelf Awareness Details ISBN1645950484 Author Michael D. Beil Audience Age 8-12 Series The Swallowtail Legacy Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1645950484 ISBN-13 9781645950486 Format Hardcover Country of Publication United States Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified Publisher Pixel+Ink Imprint Pixel+Ink Pages 320 Publication Date 2022-02-15 AU Release Date 2022-02-15 NZ Release Date 2022-02-15 US Release Date 2022-02-15 UK Release Date 2022-02-15 DEWEY 813.6 Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139341113;

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