About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels overlooked or small, and needs to be reminded that a single person's actions can change the fate of an entire community. Persimmony Smudge is a young girl living an ordinary life on the Island of Middle until she discovers a secret that could literally wake up the mountain and destroy her home. This whimsical, fast-paced adventure explores how curiosity and bravery can bridge gaps between different groups of people. At its heart, this is a story about the power of storytelling and the importance of questioning the way things have always been. It is perfectly suited for children ages 8 to 12 who enjoy wordplay, quirky humor, and high-stakes fantasy. Parents will appreciate the sophisticated vocabulary and the gentle way it handles themes of self-confidence and civic responsibility.
