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Juniper Spark and the Unraveling

Juniper Spark and the Unraveling

Published in
2023
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Description

KINDLED FLAMES SPARK TROUBLE Whispers of war echo in the Dark Forest. According to the owl’s prophecy, “a red squirrel bearing the dagger of Mirren” will save them all. Young Juniper is still reeling from the destruction of her beloved foster home, but a flicker of hope burns in her heart. She has connected with her brother, Jasper, and he believes two incredible their father is alive and Juniper is the prophesied red squirrel. After all these years, could it be true? Is her father alive? And could she be the one all of Mirren has waited for? Juniper and her companions embark on a dangerous mission, risking everything to find him—a squirrel she’s never met—from the clutches of predators. When plans fall apart she must choose to run or come face to face with her greatest enemy. Will a River of lies, jealousy, and betrayal unravel the New Alliance and all that Juniper holds dear? A NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR... The Juniper Spark Series was written to encourage families to dive into a read-aloud adventure together while helping spark better conversations to form deeper parent-child relationships. Juniper Spark and the Unraveling (Book Two) touches on subtle themes of foster care, adoption, and military family life to give children with relatable experiences opportunities to see themselves reflected in new children's book characters.
Age
5-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
189 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Engaging magical adventure that sparks the imagination
  • Themes of friendship and courage resonate with young readers
  • Mystery elements keep the pages turning
  • Positive role models and life lessons