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The Fourteenth Goldfish

by Jennifer L. Holm, Tad Carpenter   |  Ages 11+
RM52.00 MYR
The Fourteenth Goldfish
The Fourteenth Goldfish

Science, youth, and change meet in heartwarmingly quirky tale.

If you've ever yearned for a story that blends the wonders of science with the complexities of family dynamics, "The Fourteenth Goldfish" might just capture your heart. Jennifer L. Holm delivers humor and emotional depth, crafting a tale where the pursuit of immortality is juxtaposed with the bittersweet nature of growing up. You'll find yourself pondering life's big questions, all while chuckling at the odd predicament of Ellie and her youthful grandpa. It's a recipe for a delightful read that resonates with both young readers and the young at heart.

  • California Book Award for Juvenile (Gold) (2014)
  • Pennsylvania Young Readers' Choice Award for Grades 6-8 (2016)
  • Keystone to Reading Book Award Nominee for Intermediate (2016)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2016)
  • Vlag en Wimpel Griffeljury (2016)
  • Bluestem Book Award Nominee (2017)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Middle Grade & Children's (2014)
  • The Magnolia Award Nominee for 6-8 (2016)
  • Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award Nominee (2017)
  • Hea Lasteraamat (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Fourteenth Goldfish

by Jennifer L. Holm, Tad Carpenter   |  Ages 11+
RM52.00 MYR
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ISBN: 9780375870644
Authors: Jennifer L. Holm, Tad Carpenter
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Date of Publication: 2014-08-26
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Chapter Books
Related Topics: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Humor
Goodreads rating: 3.88
(rated by 24507 readers)

Description

Galileo. Newton. Salk. Oppenheimer. Science can change the world . . . but can it go too far? Eleven-year-old Ellie has never liked change. She misses fifth grade. She misses her old best friend. She even misses her dearly departed goldfish. Then one day a strange boy shows up. He’s bossy. He’s cranky. And weirdly enough . . . he looks a lot like Ellie’s grandfather, a scientist who’s always been slightly obsessed with immortality. Could this pimply boy really be Grandpa Melvin? Has he finally found the secret to eternal youth?
 

Science, youth, and change meet in heartwarmingly quirky tale.

If you've ever yearned for a story that blends the wonders of science with the complexities of family dynamics, "The Fourteenth Goldfish" might just capture your heart. Jennifer L. Holm delivers humor and emotional depth, crafting a tale where the pursuit of immortality is juxtaposed with the bittersweet nature of growing up. You'll find yourself pondering life's big questions, all while chuckling at the odd predicament of Ellie and her youthful grandpa. It's a recipe for a delightful read that resonates with both young readers and the young at heart.

  • California Book Award for Juvenile (Gold) (2014)
  • Pennsylvania Young Readers' Choice Award for Grades 6-8 (2016)
  • Keystone to Reading Book Award Nominee for Intermediate (2016)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2016)
  • Vlag en Wimpel Griffeljury (2016)
  • Bluestem Book Award Nominee (2017)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Middle Grade & Children's (2014)
  • The Magnolia Award Nominee for 6-8 (2016)
  • Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award Nominee (2017)
  • Hea Lasteraamat (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.