The Girl Who Sailed the Stars

The Girl Who Sailed the StarsAdventure, friendship, and magical realism come together in this heartwarming, whimsical story. Perfect for fans of A Snicker of Magic and The Penderwicks. When Oona Britt was born in the magical town of Nordlor, where all of the homes are built from wrecked ships, her parents never expected her to be a girl. Having listened to a faulty prediction from a washed up soothsayer, they were promised a "bold and brave son," so as the youngest of seven

Adventure, friendship, and magical realism come together in this heartwarming, whimsical story. Perfect for fans of A Snicker of Magic and The Penderwicks.

When Oona Britt was born in the magical town of Nordlor, where all of the homes are built from wrecked ships, her parents never expected her to be a girl. Having listened to a faulty prediction from a washed-up soothsayer, they were promised a "bold and brave son," so as the youngest of seven sisters, Oona's birth became a disappointment -- especially to her sea captain father, who doesn't believe there's a place for girls aboard ships.

But Oona is different from the rest of her family. She longs for adventure and knowledge. So she steals aboard her father's ship just as he's about to set sail for his annual winter whale hunt, and suddenly finds herself in the midst of a grand adventure The ship has its own sea cat, Barnacles, and a navigator named Haroyld, who show Oona how to follow the stars. But for all that, Oona's father is furious. Can she prove to him that she's worth his love and pride, even though she's not the bold and brave son he was promised?

This follow-up to The Boy, the Bird & the Coffin Maker carries just as much heart and charm as Matilda Woods's first novel. The characters, story, and illustrations will dazzle readers.

Praise for The Boy, the Bird & the Coffin Maker

★ "Woods has penned a gentle fable, one rich in hope that promotes the strength of kindness. Her magical realism nods to the like of Isabel Allende and Gabriel Garc a M rquez, perfectly tailoring the genre for a middle-grade audience. Anuska Allepuz's whimsical illustrations add to the magical feel. Sweet, earnest and not to be missed." --Shelf Awareness, STARRED REVIEW

★ "Elegantly told from start to finish and enhanced by Allepuz's evocative images and decorations, debut author Woods has created a fairy tale that will linger with readers." --Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

★ "This uplifting book will enthrall readers, enveloping them in its gentle charm." --Booklist, STARRED REVIEW

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Philomel Books
Published: 06/25/2019
ISBN: 9780525515241
Pages: 272
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 7.80h x 5.30w x 1.20d

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2019
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 05/01/2019
School Library Journal 05/01/2019 pg. 97
Booklist 05/15/2019 pg. 56

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 502516 / Girl Who Sailed the Stars
Reading Level: 5.2 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 7