Finding Esme

By Suzanne Crowley

A girl discovers dinosaur bones on her farm, sparking chaos and a quest for truth.

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352 pages· 51,686 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Twelve-year-old Esme stumbles upon dinosaur bones on her family's Texas farm, believing they're a message from her late grandfather. As the discovery attracts outsiders, Esme must navigate a whirlwind of attention and hidden motives. With her grandfather's memory fading, she grapples with whom to trust and how to protect her family's legacy. Amidst the chaos, Esme learns about friendship, loss, and the power of connection. Will she uncover the truth behind the bones and find peace with her grandfather's passing? This heartfelt tale of adventure and discovery will captivate readers seeking mystery and emotional depth.

From the publisher

After her grandfather died from a heart attack while driving his tractor on Solace Hill, twelve-year-old Esme’s been inextricably drawn to that spot, although her grandmother warns her to stay away. But when she follows her little brother, Bo, and her dog, Old Jack, up the hill while chasing fireflies, she makes an incredible discovery—dinosaur bones peeking out from underneath the abandoned tractor.

The bones must be a message from her grandfather, a connection from beyond the grave. But when word gets out that the farm is hiding something valuable, reporters, researchers, and neighbors arrive in droves. Esme struggles to understand who has her best interests at heart, especially as the memory of her grandfather begins to slip away.

Full of friendship and adventure, and featuring a palpable Texas setting, Finding Esme is a moving and heartfelt story about family, friendship, and learning to deal with loss.

From acclaimed author Suzanne Crowley, this engaging adventure set on a Texas peach farm is just right for fans of Rebecca Stead and Ann M. Martin.

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