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Synopsis
After a farming accident results in the loss of his leg, young Will comes to terms that he will never be able to work the farm with his father and brothers again and so worries about what he will do with his life in the future until he and his sister visit a relative in the city of Wissacet to see what other paths he can pursue.
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About the Author
Lea Wait made her mystery debut with Shadows at the Fair, which was nominated for an Agatha Award for Best First Novel. Shadows on the Ivy, the third novel in her acclaimed series featuring Maggie Summer, is forthcoming in hardcover from Scribner. Lea comes from a long line of antiques dealers, and has owned an antique print business for more than twenty-five years. The single adoptive mother of four Asian girls who are now grown, she lives in Edgecomb, Maine. In addition to the Antique Print mysteries, Lea Wait writes historical fiction for young readers. Her first children's book, Stopping to Home, was named a Notable Book for Children in 2001 by Smithsonian magazine.
Visit her website at www.leawait.com.
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Grade 5-8–Each chapter in this novel begins with brief journal entries written by 11-year-old Cassie, who describes life on her family's Maine farm in 1819. As the book opens, her 12-year-old brother accidentally cuts himself with an ax, an injury that leads to the amputation of his leg. Despondent, Will wonders what to do with his life, since his dream of being a farmer has been destroyed. Cassie, who nurses him back to health, also wonders what the future holds for her. When they move to a nearby town to live with their older sister while Will is fitted for a wooden leg, they are exposed to a new range of opportunities. Will's talent for woodcarving is discovered by a cabinetmaker and Cassie finds satisfaction in assisting Dr. Theobold. While the realities of Will's experiences are detailed, from his physical and emotional pain to his struggle to adapt to a wooden leg, there's a sense that when one door closes, another opens. Unfortunately, not as much focus is placed on Cassie's life, as the two stories often compete with one another. However, the overall message of triumph over adversity is handled in an uplifting and convincing manner.–Kristen Oravec, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Strongsville, OH
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- PublisherMargaret K. McElderry
- Publication date2004
- ISBN 10 0689856466
- ISBN 13 9780689856464
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
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- Number of pages192
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