About the author(s)

Suzanne Crowley is the author of the acclaimed middle grade novels, The Very Ordered Existence of Merilee Marvelous and Finding Esme, and the teen novel The Stolen One. The author, who is also a miniaturist and dollhouse collector whose work has graced the covers of magazines worldwide, was born in a small town in Texas and lives in Southlake, Texas.

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Reviews

“A slow-cooked homage to small-town eccentricity and ritual.”— - Kirkus Reviews

“Crowley proves herself a virtuoso.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

“This book is marvelous.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (starred review)

“This book is marvelous.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (starred review)

“One of the finest works in children’s literature to be published this year.” - KLIATT (starred review)

“Rich writing and multilayered plot and characters are the highlights of this special book.” - School Library Journal (starred review)

“A beautifully crafted story that will give children much to talk about.” - ALA Booklist

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