Flor and Miranda Steal the Show

Written by Jennifer Torres

A carnival rivalry threatens friendship and dreams. Can loyalty prevail?

3.7 Goodreads · 153 ratings

208 pages· 39,605 words· Est. 5.5 hour read· 680L

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Bookroo's summary

Miranda dreams of her family's band hitting the carnival's main stage, but Flor's petting zoo is at risk. When Flor overhears plans to cut the zoo for Miranda's band, she plots sabotage. As an unexpected friendship blossoms, Flor faces a dilemma: protect her family's livelihood or support her new friend. Will their bond survive the carnival's high stakes?

From the publisher

Enjoy carnival rides and deep fried pickles in this warm, funny middle-grade novel about family and friendship. Miranda is the lead singer in her family’s musical band, Miranda y Los Reyes. Her family has worked hard performing at festivals and quinceañeras. Now, they have a shot at the main stage. How will Miranda make it a performance to remember? Flor’s family runs the petting zoo at Mr. Barsetti’s carnival. When she accidentally overhears Mr. Barsetti and Miranda’s dad talk about cutting the zoo to accommodate Miranda y Los Reyes’s main stage salary, she knows she has to take action. Will she have the heart for sabotage once she and Miranda actually start to become friends?

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