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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010 · Est. 3 hour read
Emily's Fortune
A young girl travels across the country to live with her aunt after her mother's death, but her journey is complicated by her uncle's pursuit of her and a surprising inheritance.
3.6/5 Goodreads · 783 ratings
160 pages· 21,595 words· Est. 3 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Orphaned and timid, Emily Wiggins faces a daunting journey to reach her Aunt Hilda. Pursued by the relentless Miss Catchum, who aims to deliver her to a sinister Uncle Victor, Emily's only allies are her turtle, Rufus, and a fellow orphan, Jackson. As they travel by stagecoach, Emily must uncover the truth behind her uncle's intentions and find the courage to escape. Will she outsmart those who wish to control her fate and discover her own strength along the way?
From the publisher
Emily Wiggins is poor and timid, without a drop of self-confidence. When unexpectedly orphaned, she is left all alone except for her turtle, Rufus. What in blinkin’ bloomers should Emily do? Emily’s neighbors, Mrs. Ready, Mrs. Aim, and Mrs. Fire, have the answer. Emily must travel by stagecoach to honorable Aunt Hilda. What a hootin’, tootin’ grand idea! But Miss Catchum of the Catchum Child-Catching Services will get a big bonus for making Emily live with her next of kin, vicious Uncle Victor. How in ding dong dickens will Emily escape Miss Catchum? It will take all the gumption and cunning of fellow orphan and traveler, Jackson, to help Emily find her confidence, conniving spirit, and the truth behind why Uncle Victor wants to claim her. But how in flippin’ flapjacks will Emily outsmart Uncle Victor?
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- Words
- 21,595
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 840L
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