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“Twelve-year old Cady Bennett sets her sights on becoming the best baker in this tale of home, family, friendship, and, of course, pies…Contemporary topics such as immigration, bullying, and celiac disease mix easily into the plot…None of the issues feel forced; rather, there is an authentic compassion underlying them.”

—Kirkus Reviews

“Evok[ing] the warmth of home, newfound security, and friendship, Dilloway effectively contrasts Cady’s old life with her new one while examining her muddled emotions…. Those who share the protagonist’s passion for the culinary arts will delight in the easy-to-follow pie recipes following the story’s gratifying conclusion.”

—Publishers Weekly

Summer of a Thousand Pies

Written by Margaret Dilloway
Published by HarperCollins

When Cady Bennett is sent to live with the aunt she didn’t even know she had in the quaint mountain town of Julian, she isn’t sure what to expect. Cady isn’t used to stability, after growing up homeless in San Diego with her dad.

Now she’s staying in her mother’s old room, exploring the countryside filled with apple orchards and pie shops, making friends, and working in Aunt Shell’s own pie shop—and soon, Cady starts to feel like she belongs.

Then she finds out that Aunt Shell’s shop is failing. Saving the business and protecting the first place she’s ever really felt safe will take everything she’s learned and the help of all her new friends. But are there some things even the perfect pie just can’t fix?

Primary ISBN: 9780062803467
Publication Date: May 2020
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Middle Grade, Age 08 or older

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Setting: United States (California)

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 2nd Generation

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