Seaglass Summer

Written by Anjali Banerjee

An aspiring vet faces unexpected challenges and quirky pet owners on a summer island adventure.

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176 pages

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Poppy Ray dreams of being a vet but has never owned a pet. Spending summer with her uncle at an island clinic, she encounters quirky pet owners, messy situations, and emergencies. With help from a boy named Hawk and a mysterious seaglass, Poppy learns the true joys and challenges of animal care. Will she rise to the occasion or be overwhelmed by the unexpected? Discover her journey of growth and discovery.

From the publisher

Eleven-year-old Poppy Ray longs to be a veterinarian, but she’s never had a pet. This summer, she’s going to spend a month with her uncle Sanjay, veterinarian and owner of the Furry Friends Animal Clinic on an island off the Washington coast. Poppy is in for big surprises. She loves tending to the dogs, cats, and even a bird, and she discovers the fun of newborn puppies and the satisfaction of doing a good job. But she learns that there’s more to caring for animals than the stethoscope and cotton swabs in her Deluxe Veterinarian First-Aid Kit. She’s not prepared for quirky pet owners, gross stuff, or scary emergencies. With help from a boy named Hawk, a chunk of seaglass, and a touch of intuition, Poppy gains a deeper understanding of the pain and joy of working with animals. With warmth and humor, Anjali Banerjee tells the story of a resourceful, determined girl who can’t wait to grow up, but begins to realize just how much she has left to discover.

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