Turtles of the Midnight Moon, Maria Jose Fitzgerald
Turtles of the Midnight Moon, Maria Jose Fitzgerald
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Turtles of the Midnight Moon

Author: María José Fitzgerald

Narrator: Elena Rey, Frankie Corzo, María José Fitzgerald

Unabridged: 7 hr 41 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/14/2023

Synopsis

When poachers threaten the island they love, two girls team up to save the turtles—and each other. An eco-mystery with an unforgettable friendship story at its heart from a fresh new voice in middle grade.

Twelve-year-old Barana lives in a coastal village in Honduras, where she spends every spare minute visiting the sea turtles that nest on the beach.

Abby is feeling adrift in sixth grade, trying to figure out who she is and where she belongs after her best friend moved away from New Jersey.

When Abby’s papi plans a work trip to Honduras, she is finally given the opportunity to see his homeland—with Barana as her tour guide. But Barana has other plans: someone has been poaching turtle eggs, and she’s determined to catch them! Before long, Abby and Barana are both consumed by the mystery, chasing down suspects, gathering clues, and staking out the beach in the dead of night. . . . Will they find a way to stop the poachers before it’s too late?

A heart-pounding mystery with a hint of magic, María José Fitzgerald’s debut novel explores the power of friendship, community, and compassion to unite all living creatures.

About The Author

María José Fitzgerald is a teacher and children's book author. Her favorite stories usually include animals, friendship, family, and magic. She grew up snorkeling and hiking in her homeland of Honduras, where nature and culture nourished her soul. Her debut novel, Turtles of the Midnight Moon, will be published by Knopf in the spring of 2023. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading, walking her dogs, or maybe out on a family mountain-bike ride.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Eileen on March 18, 2023

I absolutely loved this middle school story about two girls, each with passions that their family members don't necessarily understand. Told from a dual point of view, I found both sides unique and equally absorbing. This is a wonderful debut novel that was emotionally compelling, educational, and e......more

Goodreads review by ✧~grey~✧ on April 21, 2023

This book was soooo awesome! I loved the characters and the plot was amazing! Definitely recommend! <3......more

Goodreads review by Olivia on October 25, 2022

This book was magical! Adult me loved it and I know younger me would have loved it even more. The story follows two girls, Barana, who lives in Honduras and Abby who visits with her father from the states. Barana cares deeply for the sea turtles and tries to protect their nests when they come ashore......more

Goodreads review by Bryson on April 14, 2023

This book was really, really good! I liked how there were many Spanish sentences in it and I understand Spanish a lot more after reading it. It was fun to read the final version after I had read the original draft.......more

Goodreads review by Candice on May 13, 2024

This middle grade eco-mystery was my Earth Day read this year and I found it to be absolutely magical. From the crescent moon-shaped scars that Luna the leatherback sea turtle and Barana share and communicate to each other with, to boat-rides to school and all the gorgeous and heartfelt descriptions......more

Quotes

“Fitzgerald’s page-turning debut, a contemporary eco-mystery with a touch of magical realism, explores timely themes of friendship and identity while tracing two girls’ heartwarming bond.” —Publishers Weekly

“ [A] heartwarming tale of activism, art, and identity.” —Booklist

“A character-driven mystery in which the setting pops out.” —Kirkus Reviews

"This story will have wide appeal, reaching tweens interested in mysteries, the environment, and ocean life." —School Library Journal

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