Firefly Hollow

By Alison McGhee, Christopher Denise (Illustrator)

Can unlikely friends overcome fears and chase dreams in a world of giants?

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291 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Firefly dreams of touching the moon, while Cricket longs to catch a baseball. Defying their elders, they venture beyond Firefly Hollow and meet Peter, a Miniature Giant burdened by sadness. Together, they embark on a journey of friendship and dreams, challenging the fears that hold them back. Can their bond help them overcome the past and reach for the stars? Discover a heartwarming tale of courage and companionship.

From the publisher

Firefly. Cricket. Vole. Peter. Can four creatures from four very different Nations help one another find their ways in the world that can feel oh-so-big? Delve into this lush, unforgettable tale in the tradition of Charlotte’s Web and The Rats of NIMH, from the author of the New York Times bestselling Someday. Firefly doesn’t merely want to fly, she wants to touch the moon. Cricket doesn’t merely want to sing about baseball, he wants to catch. When these two little creatures with big dreams wander out of Firefly Hollow, refusing to listen to their elders, they find themselves face-to-face with the one creature they were always told to stay away from…a giant. But Peter is a Miniature Giant. They’ve always been told that a Miniature Giant is nothing but a Future Giant, but this one just isn’t quite as big or as scary as the other Giants. Peter has a dream of his own, as well as memories to escape. He is overwhelmed with sadness, and a summer with his new unlikely friends Firefly and Cricket might be just what he needs. Can these friends’ dreams help them overcome the past? Firefly Hollow is nothing short of enchanting, reminding us all that the very best friend is the one who wants you to achieve your dreams. Full-color tip-in illustrations and dozens of black-and-white drawing provide added glow.

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