The Year I Flew Away

In this magical middle-grade novel, ten-year-old Gabrielle finds out that America isn’t the perfect place she imagined when she moves from Haiti to Brooklyn. With the help of a clever witch, Gabrielle becomes the perfect American—but will she lose herself in the process? Along the way, she faces challenges like learning the language, feeling out of place, and dealing with bullies. She makes a deal with the witch to become the 'perfect American', but soon realizes the cost of fitting in and decides to fight back with the help of her new friends, one of whom is a talking rat. This sweet and lyrical novel, perfect for fans of HURRICANE CHILD and FRONT DESK, features a funny and engaging heroine and a story of self-discovery and acceptance.