
Written by Julie Mathison
A girl with a vivid imagination must face reality when her new life unravels.
Melanie, who can transform broken glass into jewels and understands old houses' secrets, struggles to make friends. Enter Sabrina, a fearless girl who helps Melanie believe in herself. As Melanie lands the lead in Peter Pan, she dreams of sharing her success with her absent mom. Sabrina suggests they find her, but Melanie's new life feels fragile. When everything collapses, Melanie must confront the truth and let go of her illusions. Can she rebuild her world and find the courage to face reality?
Melanie knows she’s special. She understands the secret language of old houses and can make jewels out of broken glass. Her imagination can do anything - except make friends. But then, she meets Sabrina, who looks like a TV star and acts like a spy, and who doesn’t care what anyone thinks. She teaches Melanie how to believe in herself, and soon Melanie starts living her dreams. She even lands the lead in Peter Pan!
If only she could share it all with Mom. Sabrina thinks they can track her down, and Melanie wants to believe, but sometimes it’s easier to pretend. Her new life feels like a house of cards, until one day it all comes crashing down and she finds herself with no choice but to face the truth… and let go.
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