Where the Mountain Meets the Moon - Moms & Girls READ!

Saturday, February 18, 2012 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Author: Grace Lin

In the valley of Fruitless mountain, a young girl named Minli lives in a ramshackle hut with her parents. In the evenings, her father regales her with old folktales of the Jade Dragon and the Old Man on the Moon, who knows the answers to all of life's questions. Inspired by these stories, Minli sets off on an extraordinary journey to find the Old Man on the Moon to ask him how she can change her family's fortune. She encounters an assorted cast of characters and magical creatures along the way, including a dragon who accompanies her on her quest for the ultimate answer.
Grace Lin, author of the beloved "Year of the Dog" and "Year of the Rat," returns with a wondrous story of adventure, faith, and friendship. A fantasy crossed with Chinese folklore, "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon "is a timeless story reminiscent of The Wizard of Oz.

Ages 9 and up

The Mother-Daughter Book Club meets monthly to talk about a selected book.  Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch; the library will provide dessert and beverage.  Copies of the book are available for check out at the Children's Dept. circulation desk.  For more information, call 715-258-4417.