Product Details
- Title: Sprout Book One: The Seed
- Author: Carolyn Twede Frank
- Series: Tree Boy Series 1
- Genre: Children's Fantasy & Magic Books/Middle Grade
- ASIN : B09JBSYV64
- Publisher : Independently published (October 12, 2021)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 295 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8489413473
***I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own***
Book Summary
A geek, and proud of it, twelve-year-old Pete is determined to win the school science fair in an effort to convince his sports-enthusiast dad into accepting science as a worthwhile endeavor and for once be proud of Pete. Upon discovering a giant seed in the forest, Pete figures he has the grand prize wrapped up in a nutshell. When the seed sprouts into a baby, the science fair is off—no one can know the truth about Pete’s newly “adopted” brother, Sprout. Not even his dad. But when Sprout grows at an alarming rate, his skin turns green in the sun, and he exhibits super-hero-like plant powers, Pete fears he won’t be able to protect his new brother for long from those who would view Sprout as a threat. To make matters worse, Pete fears his dad likes Sprout more than him.
My Review
Sprout was such a fun book. It is a Middle-Grade book written for kids ages 8-12 but this adult loved it! There were so many unique and interesting twists found in this novel. The main character, science-loving Pete finds a huge seed out in the forest. He thinks his science fair project is made. He takes it home to sprout and out comes a baby. The entertainment starts here as we get to know Sprout who is innocent, honest, and loyal.
There are also other big themes interwoven into this story. The subjects of bullying, parental expectations, loneliness, and acceptance are a few. There is a mysterious plot of finding out who is counterfeiting money in the area. Readers are also left to wonder where Sprout really came from. I loved Sprout and I know kids will love him too. I'm so happy to know that there are two more books in this series that will explain more about Sprout and where he's from. The dialogue between Sprout and others made me laugh but everyone couldn't help but love him, even the bullies.
I highly recommend this novel for classrooms, your kids, and your grandkids. Carolyn Frank has created this wonderful character Sprout who is special in many ways. This novel would make a great Christmas Gift.
Meet Author Carolyn Twede Frank
Carolyn lives out west in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains with her husband and her plants, her five children having fled the nest. When she’s not writing, she loves to read, garden, sew, renovate houses, and play with her grandkids.
In 1994, she incorporated her basement sewing business, eventually moving it into a warehouse, hiring more people, and developing her unique line of puppets and educational curriculum into a full-fledged, international business. She sold the main arm of her business in 2009, retaining a small portion to bring in income while she pursued her writing career. In 2018 she sold the remainder of her business and now writes full-time. She has been writing seriously since 2006.
Learn more about Carolyn and her books HERE: Website | Twitter | Goodreads
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