{"product_id":"these-unlucky-stars","title":"These Unlucky Stars","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eAnnie has felt like an outsider in her family since her mother left a few years ago. When a Ding-Dong-Ditch attempt goes wrong, she is stuck making amends with Gloria, an eccentric elderly lady she disturbed. This brief and important friendship gives Annie the confidence to let people in and see how rich life can be when she decides to make her own luck and chart her own path to happiness. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 05 August 2021\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEver since her mother left a few years ago, Annie has felt like an outsider in her family. Her practical and organized dad and brother simply don't understand her unique way of thinking, which is characterized by her love of order and color. Everywhere she goes, she feels like she doesn't belong, even at school, which has made her reluctant to form close relationships with others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne fateful day, Annie's attempt at a Ding-Dong-Ditch goes awry, and she finds herself stuck making amends with Gloria, an eccentric elderly lady she accidentally disturbed. As Annie begins to connect with Gloria and her peculiar little dog, she realizes that Gloria cannot live alone for much longer. However, it is this brief and meaningful friendship that gives Annie the confidence to open herself up to others and discover the richness of life when she decides to create her own luck and chart her own path to happiness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this heartwarming novel, acclaimed author Gillian McDunn showcases the transformative power of even the most unexpected friendships. Caterpillar Summer has received numerous accolades, including being an Indies Introduce Pick, a Texas Bluebonnet Selection, a Parents' Best Book of the Year, a Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year, and an Amazon Best Book of the Year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough Annie's journey, readers are reminded that sometimes the people we least expect to become our closest friends can offer us the greatest support and guidance. It is through these connections that we can truly discover our true selves and live fulfilling lives. Caterpillar Summer is a testament to the power of friendship and the importance of embracing our differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 200g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 129 x 197 x 22 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781526640857\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gillian McDunn","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44094354456826,"sku":"9781526640857","price":5.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/5d17d50509cc159926a679b79c440ec9.jpg?v=1633317092","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/these-unlucky-stars","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}