The Wild Path
| Category: | Book |
| By (author): | Baughman, Sarah R. |
| Subject: | JUVENILE FICTION / Age 10-14 |
| JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Horses | |
| JUVENILE FICTION / Fantasy & Magic | |
| JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Depression & Mental Illness | |
| JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Drugs, Alcohol, Substance Abuse | |
| Audience: | children/juvenile |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
| Published: | September 2020 |
| Format: | Book-hardcover |
| Pages: | 336 |
| Size: | 8.05in x 5.75in x 1.30in |
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Additional Notes
| From The Publisher* | The Line Tender meets The Secret Horses of Briar Hill in this hopeful, heartfelt story about one girl's search for legendary horses and her quest to piece her family back together. Twelve-year-old Claire Barton doesn't like the "flutter feeling" that fills her chest when she worries about the future, but she knows what she loves: the land that's been in her family for three generations; her best friend Maya; her family's horses, Sunny and Sam; and her older brother Andy. That's why, with Andy recently sent to rehab and her parents planning to sell the horses, Claire's world feels like it might flutter to pieces. When Claire learns about equine therapy, she imagines a less lonely future that keeps her family together, brother and horses included. But, when she finds what seem to be mysterious wild horses in the woods behind her house, she realizes she has a bit more company than she bargained for. With this new secret -- and a little bit of luck -- Claire will discover the beauty of change, the power of family, and the strength within herself. |
| Review Quote* | Praise for The Wild Path: "A gorgeous, colorful fall setting, a mystery surrounding wild horses roaming the woods, and a sensitive representation of a family contending with addiction all add up to make this not only a magical story, but an important one."-Dusti Bowling, bestselling author of Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus and The Canyon's Edge |
| Review Quote* | Praise for The Light in the Lake: * "Baughman convincingly portrays the varied reactions to the findings as well as everybody's desire for the lake to thrive.... Compassionately told, this compelling debut brings to life conservation issues and choices young readers will confront as adults."-Kirkus Reviews, starred review |
| Review Quote* | * "In Baughman's skillful handling, Addie's memories of her brother and her first-person voice are both heartbreaking and hopeful. The novel offers a gentle, introspective exploration of grief and the wonder and fragility of nature, creating a beautiful and dynamic world in which the scientific method and magic coexist."-Publishers Weekly, starred review |
| Review Quote* | "The Light in the Lake is a moving novel that skillfully balances magic and science, and loss and hope. Sarah Baughman has created a brave, smart protagonist readers are sure to connect with and root for in her compelling debut."-Supriya Kelkar, award-winning author of Ahimsa and American as Paneer Pie |
| Review Quote* | "Haunting, memorable and full of mystery, The Light in the Lake is a brilliant combination of beautiful, lyrical prose and a compelling, exciting story. Baughman has created complex characters with real, deep emotions and a picturesque setting that will make readers feel as if they are at Maple Lake with Addie."-BookPage |
| Review Quote* | "Told in prose as luminous as the mysterious creature Addie searches for, The Light in the Lake shines with heart, hope, and just a touch of magic."-Cindy Baldwin, author of Where the Watermelons Grow |
| Review Quote* | "A complex take on science, magic, grief, and family for fans of thoughtful realistic fiction in the vein of Kathi Appelt's, Erin Entrada Kelly's, and Ali Benjamin's novels."-School Library Journal |
| Review Quote* | "The Light in the Lake radiates with heart and hope. As Addie's tender memories of her brother intertwine with the magic she uncovers in her town's beloved lake, we're led on a moving exploration of science, grief, and self-discovery. A poignant, lyrical story that tugs at the heartstrings."-Mae Respicio, award-winning author of The House That Lou Built |
| Review Quote* | "Baughman paints with authenticity the grief of Addie.... Addie's unabashed love for science makes her a pleasingly STEM-focused heroine, and her quest to solve Amos' questions about the lake is interesting and admirable."-BCCB |