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When Life Gives You Mangos

By Kereen Getten

By Kereen Getten

By Kereen Getten

By Kereen Getten

By Kereen Getten

By Kereen Getten

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By Kereen Getten

By Kereen Getten
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    About When Life Gives You Mangos

    Named to Oprah Magazine’s Best Caribbean Books for Your 2021 reading list, imagination and adventure run wild in the most talked about middle grade debut of the year!  
     
    A small village on a Jamaican island. 
    A girl who doesn’t remember the previous summer. 
    A best friend who is no longer acting like one; a new girl who fills that hole in her heart. 
    A summer of finding fallen mangos, creating made up games and dancing in the rain. 
    Secrets she keeps from others…and herself.
    The courage to face the truth even in the toughest of storms. 
     
    Inspired by the author’s childhood experiences, When Life Give You Mangos is a celebration of island life as well as a rich, lyrical mystery.  
     
    Read it…and don’t spoil the unforgettable ending! 

    A recommended read for classroom discussons and educators looking for diverse offerings. 


     “A heartfelt and accessible debut about friendship, memory, and forgiveness.” —Tae Keller, author of Newbery Medal winner When You Trap a Tiger

    “A wonderful story with great heart, mystery, and insight. Kereen Getten is a bright new voice.” —Clare Vanderpool, author of Newbery Medal winner Moon Over Manifest and Printz Honor book Navigating Early 

    “A heartwarming yet suspenseful debut about the strength of family, the turmoil of friendships lost and found, and most importantly, remembering who you are.” —Lynne Kelly, author of the Schneider award winner Song for a Whale 

    About When Life Gives You Mangos

    Named to Oprah Magazine’s Best Caribbean Books for Your 2021 reading list, imagination and adventure run wild in the most talked about middle grade debut of the year!  
     
    A small village on a Jamaican island. 
    A girl who doesn’t remember the previous summer. 
    A best friend who is no longer acting like one; a new girl who fills that hole in her heart. 
    A summer of finding fallen mangos, creating made up games and dancing in the rain. 
    Secrets she keeps from others…and herself.
    The courage to face the truth even in the toughest of storms. 
     
    Inspired by the author’s childhood experiences, When Life Give You Mangos is a celebration of island life as well as a rich, lyrical mystery.  
     
    Read it…and don’t spoil the unforgettable ending! 

    A recommended read for classroom discussons and educators looking for diverse offerings. 


     “A heartfelt and accessible debut about friendship, memory, and forgiveness.” —Tae Keller, author of Newbery Medal winner When You Trap a Tiger

    “A wonderful story with great heart, mystery, and insight. Kereen Getten is a bright new voice.” —Clare Vanderpool, author of Newbery Medal winner Moon Over Manifest and Printz Honor book Navigating Early 

    “A heartwarming yet suspenseful debut about the strength of family, the turmoil of friendships lost and found, and most importantly, remembering who you are.” —Lynne Kelly, author of the Schneider award winner Song for a Whale 

    About When Life Gives You Mangos

    Named to Oprah Magazine’s Best Caribbean Books for Your 2021 reading list, imagination and adventure run wild in the most talked about middle grade debut of the year!  
     
    A small village on a Jamaican island. 
    A girl who doesn’t remember the previous summer. 
    A best friend who is no longer acting like one; a new girl who fills that hole in her heart. 
    A summer of finding fallen mangos, creating made up games and dancing in the rain. 
    Secrets she keeps from others…and herself.
    The courage to face the truth even in the toughest of storms. 
     
    Inspired by the author’s childhood experiences, When Life Give You Mangos is a celebration of island life as well as a rich, lyrical mystery.  
     
    Read it…and don’t spoil the unforgettable ending! 

    A recommended read for classroom discussons and educators looking for diverse offerings. 


     “A heartfelt and accessible debut about friendship, memory, and forgiveness.” —Tae Keller, author of Newbery Medal winner When You Trap a Tiger

    “A wonderful story with great heart, mystery, and insight. Kereen Getten is a bright new voice.” —Clare Vanderpool, author of Newbery Medal winner Moon Over Manifest and Printz Honor book Navigating Early 

    “A heartwarming yet suspenseful debut about the strength of family, the turmoil of friendships lost and found, and most importantly, remembering who you are.” —Lynne Kelly, author of the Schneider award winner Song for a Whale 

    About When Life Gives You Mangos

    Named to Oprah Magazine’s Best Caribbean Books for Your 2021 reading list, imagination and adventure run wild in the most talked about middle grade debut of the year!  
     
    A small village on a Jamaican island. 
    A girl who doesn’t remember the previous summer. 
    A best friend who is no longer acting like one; a new girl who fills that hole in her heart. 
    A summer of finding fallen mangos, creating made up games and dancing in the rain. 
    Secrets she keeps from others…and herself.
    The courage to face the truth even in the toughest of storms. 
     
    Inspired by the author’s childhood experiences, When Life Give You Mangos is a celebration of island life as well as a rich, lyrical mystery.  
     
    Read it…and don’t spoil the unforgettable ending! 

    A recommended read for classroom discussons and educators looking for diverse offerings. 


     “A heartfelt and accessible debut about friendship, memory, and forgiveness.” —Tae Keller, author of Newbery Medal winner When You Trap a Tiger

    “A wonderful story with great heart, mystery, and insight. Kereen Getten is a bright new voice.” —Clare Vanderpool, author of Newbery Medal winner Moon Over Manifest and Printz Honor book Navigating Early 

    “A heartwarming yet suspenseful debut about the strength of family, the turmoil of friendships lost and found, and most importantly, remembering who you are.” —Lynne Kelly, author of the Schneider award winner Song for a Whale 

    About When Life Gives You Mangos

    Named to Oprah Magazine’s Best Caribbean Books for Your 2021 reading list, imagination and adventure run wild in the most talked about middle grade debut of the year!  
     
    A small village on a Jamaican island. 
    A girl who doesn’t remember the previous summer. 
    A best friend who is no longer acting like one; a new girl who fills that hole in her heart. 
    A summer of finding fallen mangos, creating made up games and dancing in the rain. 
    Secrets she keeps from others…and herself.
    The courage to face the truth even in the toughest of storms. 
     
    Inspired by the author’s childhood experiences, When Life Give You Mangos is a celebration of island life as well as a rich, lyrical mystery.  
     
    Read it…and don’t spoil the unforgettable ending! 

    A recommended read for classroom discussons and educators looking for diverse offerings. 


     “A heartfelt and accessible debut about friendship, memory, and forgiveness.” —Tae Keller, author of Newbery Medal winner When You Trap a Tiger

    “A wonderful story with great heart, mystery, and insight. Kereen Getten is a bright new voice.” —Clare Vanderpool, author of Newbery Medal winner Moon Over Manifest and Printz Honor book Navigating Early 

    “A heartwarming yet suspenseful debut about the strength of family, the turmoil of friendships lost and found, and most importantly, remembering who you are.” —Lynne Kelly, author of the Schneider award winner Song for a Whale 

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    About Kereen Getten

    Kereen Getten is the author of the critically acclaimed novel When Life Gives You Mangos. She grew up in Jamaica but now lives in Birmingham with her family. She has previously written short stories for multiple publications.

    About Kereen Getten

    Kereen Getten is the author of the critically acclaimed novel When Life Gives You Mangos. She grew up in Jamaica but now lives in Birmingham with her family. She has previously written short stories for multiple publications.

    About Kereen Getten

    Kereen Getten is the author of the critically acclaimed novel When Life Gives You Mangos. She grew up in Jamaica but now lives in Birmingham with her family. She has previously written short stories for multiple publications.

    About Kereen Getten

    Kereen Getten is the author of the critically acclaimed novel When Life Gives You Mangos. She grew up in Jamaica but now lives in Birmingham with her family. She has previously written short stories for multiple publications.

    About Kereen Getten

    Kereen Getten is the author of the critically acclaimed novel When Life Gives You Mangos. She grew up in Jamaica but now lives in Birmingham with her family. She has previously written short stories for multiple publications.

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Paperback | $8.99
    Published by Yearling
    Feb 01, 2022 | 208 Pages | 5-3/16 x 7-5/8 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780593173992

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Hardcover | $16.99
    Published by Delacorte Press
    Oct 20, 2020 | 208 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780593173978

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Hardcover | $19.99
    Published by Delacorte Press
    Oct 20, 2020 | 208 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780593310212

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Ebook | $5.99
    Published by Delacorte Press
    Oct 20, 2020 | 208 Pages | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780593173985

    Category: Audiobooks | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Audiobook Download | $15.00
    Published by Listening Library
    Oct 20, 2020 | 274 Minutes | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780593286142
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    Praise

    “A heartfelt and accessible debut about friendship, memory, and forgiveness.” —Tae Keller, author of Newbery Medal winner When You Trap a Tiger

    “When Life Gives You Mangos is a wonderful story with great heart, mystery, and insight. What a treat to walk alongside Clara in her vibrant Jamaican home, through the peaks and valleys of the human experience—heartache and joy, alienation and deep friendship, regret and redemption. Clara is the girl we all wish was our best friend—honest, spirited, and real. Kereen Getten is a bright new voice. Her writing strikes the perfect balance of beauty, depth, and a touch of mango!” —Clare Vanderpool, author of Newbery Medal winner Moon Over Manifest and Printz Honor book Navigating Early 

    “A heartwarming yet suspenseful debut about the strength of family, the turmoil of friendships lost and found, and most importantly, remembering who you are.” —Lynne Kelly, author of the Schneider Award winner Song for a Whale 
     
    “Getten’s handling of potentially tough topics like family, disability, and religion is spot-on, weaving important discussions into an adventurous, summery plot that just keeps going.” —SLJ, starred review

    “Getten lures readers in. Readers occupy pretty much the same position as the island kids, puzzling over clues and gossip but unable to pry out the truth.” —The Bulletin, Starred Review

    “A touching novel about letting go of the past and moving on.” —Kirkus Reviews

    “Deft storytelling and an authentic rendering of a child’s voice make this a promising debut.” —The Horn Book

    Awards

    Massachusetts Children’s Book Award NOMINEE 2021

    Bank Street College Best Children’s Book of the Year SELECTION 2021

    Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book SELECTION 2020

    Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choices SELECTION 2021

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