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Turtle in Paradise
  • Published: 1 September 2021
  • ISBN: 9780593126301
  • Imprint: Random House Graphic
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 256
  • RRP: $32.00

Turtle in Paradise

The Graphic Novel

Formats & editions
EBook
29 June 2021
EBook
4 Sept 2012
Audiobook
11 May 2010
Paperback
1 Sept 2021
Paperback
1 Mar 2012
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A graphic novel adaptation of the beloved, bestselling Newbery Honor-winning novel.

Eleven-year-old Turtle is smart and tough and has seen enough of the world not to expect a Hollywood ending. After all, it's 1935 and money—and sometimes even dreams—is scarce. So when Turtle's mother gets a job housekeeping for a lady who doesn't like kids, Turtle heads off to Florida to live with relatives. Florida's like nothing Turtle's ever seen before, though. It's full of ragtag boy cousins, family secrets to unravel . . . and even a little bit of fun. Before she knows what's happened, Turtle finds herself coming out of her shell. And as she does, her world opens up in the most unexpected ways.

Inspired by family stories, three-time Newbery Honor winner Jennifer L. Holm blends family lore with America's past in this charming gem of a novel, now adapted into graphic novel form by rising star Savanna Ganucheau.
  • Published: 1 September 2021
  • ISBN: 9780593126301
  • Imprint: Random House Graphic
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 256
  • RRP: $32.00
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About the author

Jennifer L. Holm

Jennifer L. Holm is a New York Times bestselling children's author and the recipient of three Newbery Honors for her novels Our Only May Amelia, Penny From Heaven, and Turtle in Paradise. Jennifer collaborates with her brother, Matthew Holm, on two graphic novel series—the Eisner Award-winning Babymouse series and the bestselling Squish series. She lives in California with her husband and two children.
portrait photo of Jennifer L. Holm

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Praise for Turtle in Paradise

"Sweet, funny and superb." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"Just the right mixture of knowingness and hope . . . a hilarious blend of family drama seasoned with a dollop of adventure." --Booklist, starred review

"Infused with period pop culture references, a strong sense of place, and the unique traditions and culture of Key West." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Sweet, funny and superb." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"Just the right mixture of knowingness and hope . . . a hilarious blend of family drama seasoned with a dollop of adventure." --Booklist, starred review

"Infused with period pop culture references, a strong sense of place, and the unique traditions and culture of Key West." --Publishers Weekly, starred review