Under the Lilacs
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1878

Under the Lilacs

Written by Louisa May Alcott

A runaway boy seeks his father, finds a new family, and faces unexpected challenges.

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Twelve-year-old Ben escapes the circus with his dog, Sancho, to find his missing father. He discovers a new family with the Moss sisters and their mother, but struggles with the quiet life. As Ben settles into this new world, Sancho disappears, and Ben is accused of theft. Can he find his place and clear his name, or will his past catch up with him? This journey of self-discovery and belonging unfolds with unexpected twists, testing Ben's courage and heart.

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First published in 1878.

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Format
Pages
320
Reading age
12–18
Audience
Young Adult
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Book details

Publication
Published
July 4, 2023
First published
January 1, 1878
Publisher
Aladdin
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781665926263

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