Ruby Lost and Found
by Christina Li
Buy on Amazonl love intergenerational stories, and this one does not disappoint. After the loss of her beloved grandfather, Ruby feels unmoored. Trouble at school lands the 13-year-old at her grandmother’s senior center for the summer. And then when her family’s favorite Chinese bakery is in danger of closing, Ruby becomes determined to find a way to keep it open. Her search for answers leads to unexpected realizations in this lovely novel about heartbreak, resilience, and hope. (For ages 8 to 12)
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"l love intergenerational stories, and this one does not disappoint. After the loss of her beloved grandfather, Ruby feels unmoored. Trouble at school lands the 13-year-old at her grandmother’s senior center for the summer. And then when her family’s favorite Chinese bakery is in danger of closing, Ruby becomes determined to find a way to keep it open. Her search for answers leads to unexpected realizations in this lovely novel about heartbreak, resilience, and hope. (For ages 8 to 12)"
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