BOOKLIST likes The Summer of Moonlight Secrets

My editor just sent me this review from Booklist. MY DAY IS OFFICIALLY EXCELLENT!

"Eleven-year-old Allie Jo’s family runs and lives in the legendary, timeworn Meriwether Hotel in Florida , where 13-year-old Chase is a summer guest with his travel-writer father. Although the kids’ first meeting is somewhat contentious, each has encountered the beautiful, mysterious 16-year-old Tara, who is unfamiliar with the modern world, drawn to moonlight swims, and determined to remain hidden from others. When Tara reveals her fantastical story, Allie Jo and Chase decide to help her, but a suspicious stranger’s arrival brings difficult dilemmas as they try to sort out the truth and the right course of action. Allie Jo and Chase are appealing, credibly realistic characters who face both extraordinary events and everyday issues, including resident mean girls. The alternating narratives, including Tara ’s voice, add suspense and depth to this entertaining and intriguing blend of fantasy and reality, myth and mystery, that celebrates friendship and compassion."— Booklist

5 comments:

Barbara O'Connor said...

Two words: woo hoo

Sarah Hina said...

Now THAT is a great review!

Congrats, Danette. It sounds like a truly wonderful book. Enjoy your excellent day!!

Christina Farley said...

What a great review! So exciting!

courtney summers said...

CONGRATS on such a wonderful review, Danette. Would you believe I'm still waiting on my copy? The suspense is officially KILLING ME! But I know I'm in for a treat. :)

Danette Haworth said...

Thanks, you guys!