The life of the Austin family is changed by the arrival of self-centered young Maggy Hamilton, orphaned by the sudden death of her pilot father
Austin Family Chronicles Series
This award-winning young adult series chronicles the journey of Vicky Austin as she navigates the complexities of growing up. The author delves into themes of first love, grief, and the challenges of family life with profound insight. These stories are characterized by their emotional depth, gentle humor, and realistic portrayal of adolescent experiences. Readers will find themselves immersed in a sensitive and intelligent narrative that explores the nuances of human connection and self-discovery.
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The Moon by Night
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Vicky Austin is filled with uncertainties about everything. Her parents call it Vicky's "difficult year." But fourteen-year-old Vicky is not so consumed with her problems that she can't enjoy the exciting adventures of her family's summer cross-country camping trip.In the course of their travels Vicky meets Zachary, an intriguing but troubled boy who latches on to Vicky. And still another boy, Andy, altogether different from Zachary, soon becomes his rival.Far from the comfort and security that the family has always known, and in spite of the trials they encounter on the road, the Austins enjoy each other and the sights from the Atlantic to the Pacific and back again. And for the first time Vicky feels the mixed emotions of friendship and love.
"With customary grace and firm control of an intricate plot, L'Engle has created another irresistible novel about familiar characters, the Austin family. Vicky, 16, narrates the climactic events with Grandfather Eaton on a New England island, where he is living his last days." --"Publishers Weekly"