Nest

Nest

For fans of Jennifer Holm (<i>Penny from Heaven, Turtle in Paradise</i>), a heartfelt and unforgettable middle-grade novel about an irresistible girl and her family, tragic change, and the healing power of love and friendship. In 1972 home is a cozy nest on Cape Cod for eleven-year-old Naomi “Chirp” Orenstein, her older sister, Rachel; her psychiatrist father; and her dancer mother. But then Chirp’s mom develops symptoms of a serious disease, and everything changes.<br>   Chirp finds comfort in watching her beloved wild birds. She also finds a true friend in Joey, the mysterious boy who lives across the street. Together they create their own private world and come up with the perfect plan: Escape. Adventure. Discovery.<br><i>   Nest</i> is Esther Ehrlich’s stunning debut novel. Her lyrical writing is honest, humorous, and deeply affecting. Chirp and Joey will steal your heart. Long after you finish <i>Nest,</i> the spirit of Chirp and her loving family will stay with you. <br><br><b>Praise for <i>Nest</i>:<br></b><br>"A poignant, insightful story of family crisis and the healing power of friendship."--<i>Kirkus Reviews,</i> Starred<br><br>"A stunning debut, with lyrical prose and superbly developed characters. . . . [Readers] will savor <i>Nest</i> and reflect on it long after its conclusion."--<i>School Library Journal</i>, Starred<br><br>"Ehrlich’s novel beautifully captures the fragile bond shared by Chirp and Joey and their growing trust for each other in a world filled with disappointments and misunderstandings."--<i>Publishers Weekly,</i> Starred<b> </b><br><br>"Chirp’s first-person voice is believable; her poignant earnestness is truly heartrending. Ehrlich writes beautifully, constructing scenes with grace and layers of telling detail and insight."--<i>The Horn Book</i><br><br><br><b>What authors are saying about </b><i><b>Nest:<br></b></i><br>“<i>Nest </i>sings with heart and emotion. Simply gorgeous.”--Jennifer L. Holm, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Turtle in Paradise<br></i><br>"<i>Nest </i>speaks to the heart. I wanted to put my arms around Chirp and never let go."--Holly Goldberg Sloan, author of <i>Counting by 7s</i> and <i>I'll Be There</i> <br><br>"I loved the book! It's so tender and touching and real. Chirp is a marvelous character, and Joey's just plain lovable. I worry about him. Congratulations. The book is absolutely splendid and I hope everyone in the world notices."--Karen Cushman, author of the Newbery Medal, <i>The Midwife's Apprentice</i> and the Newbery Honor, <i>Catherine, Called Birdy</i> <br><br>“A remarkable work. Esther Ehrlich’s characters stand out so real and true: Chirp’s friendship with Joey is tender and moving, and truly unforgettable. One can see Cape Cod and feel Chirp’s love for the birds wheeling overhead. I wanted this story to go on and on. What a brilliant future this author has. I can’t wait to read her next book.”--Patricia Reilly Giff, two-time Newbery Honor–winning author