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What Happened to My Sister
A Novel
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Pub Date
Aug 7 2012
| Archive Date
Sep 1 2012
Description
From the author of Me & Emma comes a dazzling novel of two unforgettable families bound together by their deepest secrets and haunted pasts—perfect for fans of The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes and The Book of Bright Ideas.
Nine-year-old Carrie Parker and her mother, Libby, are making a fresh start in the small town of Hartsville, North Carolina, ready to put their turbulent past behind them. Violence has shattered their family and left Libby nearly unable to cope. And while Carrie once took comfort in her beloved sister, Emma, her mother has now forbidden even the mention of her name.
When Carrie meets Ruth, Honor, and Cricket Chaplin, these three generations of warmhearted women seem to have the loving home Carrie has always dreamed of. But as Carrie and Cricket become fast friends, neither can escape the pull of their families’ secrets—and uncovering the truth will transform the Chaplins and the Parkers forever.
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From the author of Me & Emma comes a dazzling novel of two unforgettable families bound together by their deepest secrets and haunted pasts—perfect for fans of The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes and ...
Description
From the author of Me & Emma comes a dazzling novel of two unforgettable families bound together by their deepest secrets and haunted pasts—perfect for fans of The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes and The Book of Bright Ideas.
Nine-year-old Carrie Parker and her mother, Libby, are making a fresh start in the small town of Hartsville, North Carolina, ready to put their turbulent past behind them. Violence has shattered their family and left Libby nearly unable to cope. And while Carrie once took comfort in her beloved sister, Emma, her mother has now forbidden even the mention of her name.
When Carrie meets Ruth, Honor, and Cricket Chaplin, these three generations of warmhearted women seem to have the loving home Carrie has always dreamed of. But as Carrie and Cricket become fast friends, neither can escape the pull of their families’ secrets—and uncovering the truth will transform the Chaplins and the Parkers forever.
Look for special features inside. Join the Circle for author chats and more.
Advance Praise
"Absolutely
unforgettable . . . Haunting, harrowing, and exquisitely told, Flock's
brilliant, bold novel is all about imagination, grief, and one stunning young
narrator's struggle to transcend an unimaginable past in order to carve out a
future."-Caroline Leavitt, New York
Times bestselling author of Pictures
of You
"A gripping read that is at once heartbreaking and heartwarming. Flock
masterfully combines a deeply affecting family drama with relentless suspense.
You'll find yourself reading late into the night to find out what life has in
store for the indomitable Carrie Parker."-Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author of The Weight of Silence
"From the opening sentence of Elizabeth Flock's exceptional new novel, I was at
its tender mercies. These memorable, lovable characters jumped off the page and
lodged themselves in my heart."-Elinor Lipman, author of The Family Man and Then She Found Me
"Elizabeth Flock has created a young heroine who will win your heart. Caroline
Parker is fierce, bright, and endlessly lovable. Amid this well-plotted
mystery, there's a story of great hope, survival, and resilience."-Julianna
Baggott, author of Girl Talk
and Pure
"Absolutely unforgettable . . . Haunting, harrowing, and exquisitely told, Flock's brilliant, bold novel is all about imagination, grief, and one stunning young narrator's struggle to transcend an...
Advance Praise
"Absolutely
unforgettable . . . Haunting, harrowing, and exquisitely told, Flock's
brilliant, bold novel is all about imagination, grief, and one stunning young
narrator's struggle to transcend an unimaginable past in order to carve out a
future."-Caroline Leavitt, New York
Times bestselling author of Pictures
of You
"A gripping read that is at once heartbreaking and heartwarming. Flock
masterfully combines a deeply affecting family drama with relentless suspense.
You'll find yourself reading late into the night to find out what life has in
store for the indomitable Carrie Parker."-Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author of The Weight of Silence
"From the opening sentence of Elizabeth Flock's exceptional new novel, I was at
its tender mercies. These memorable, lovable characters jumped off the page and
lodged themselves in my heart."-Elinor Lipman, author of The Family Man and Then She Found Me
"Elizabeth Flock has created a young heroine who will win your heart. Caroline
Parker is fierce, bright, and endlessly lovable. Amid this well-plotted
mystery, there's a story of great hope, survival, and resilience."-Julianna
Baggott, author of Girl Talk
and Pure
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Other Format |
| ISBN |
9780345524430 |
| PRICE |
$15.00 (USD)
|
| PAGES |
304
|
Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Other Format |
| ISBN |
9780345524430 |
| PRICE |
$15.00 (USD)
|
| PAGES |
304
|
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