About the book
In this heartfelt and accessible middle grade novel perfect for fans of The Thing About Jellyfish, a young girl throws herself into solving a local mystery to keep from missing her older sister, who has been sent to an eating disorder treatment facility.
Astronomy-obsessed Abby McCourt should be thrilled about the solar eclipse her small town of Moose Junction is about to witness, but she’s not. After her older sister Blair was sent away for an eating disorder, Abby has been in a funk.
Desperate to dull the pain her sister’s absence has left, she teams up with a visiting astronomer to help track down his long-lost telescope. Though this is supposed to take Abby’s mind off the distance between her and Blair, what she finds may bring her closer to her sister than she ever thought possible.
Can looking up at the stars help her find her way through the hardest summer of her life?
- A Heartfelt Sibling Story: Abby misses her older sister Blair more than anything. But Blair’s sickness has created a distance between them that feels wider than the solar system.
- Navigating Big Feelings: This moving story tackles the tough topic of eating disorders with sensitivity and hope, perfect for young readers and families to discuss.
- An Unforgettable Summer Mystery: To distract herself, Abby helps a mysterious visiting astronomer search for a long-lost telescope—a quest that uncovers more secrets than she ever expected.
- Astronomy and Stargazing: Set against the backdrop of a once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse in Moose Junction, Wisconsin, this book is perfect for kids who love looking up at the night sky.
Editions of What Happens Next
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062912688
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062912695
Read an Excerpt
In this heartfelt and accessible middle grade novel perfect for fans of The Thing About Jellyfish, a young girl throws herself into solving a local mystery to keep from missing her older sister, who has been sent to an eating disorder treatment facility.
Astronomy-obsessed Abby McCourt should be thrilled about the solar eclipse her small town of Moose Junction is about to witness, but she’s not. After her older sister Blair was sent away for an eating disorder, Abby has been in a funk.
Desperate to dull the pain her sister’s absence has left, she teams up with a visiting astronomer to help track down his long-lost telescope. Though this is supposed to take Abby’s mind off the distance between her and Blair, what she finds may bring her closer to her sister than she ever thought possible.
Can looking up at the stars help her find her way through the hardest summer of her life?
- A Heartfelt Sibling Story: Abby misses her older sister Blair more than anything. But Blair’s sickness has created a distance between them that feels wider than the solar system.
- Navigating Big Feelings: This moving story tackles the tough topic of eating disorders with sensitivity and hope, perfect for young readers and families to discuss.
- An Unforgettable Summer Mystery: To distract herself, Abby helps a mysterious visiting astronomer search for a long-lost telescope—a quest that uncovers more secrets than she ever expected.
- Astronomy and Stargazing: Set against the backdrop of a once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse in Moose Junction, Wisconsin, this book is perfect for kids who love looking up at the night sky.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is What Happens Next about?
In this heartfelt and accessible middle grade novel perfect for fans of The Thing About Jellyfish, a young girl throws herself into solving a local mystery to keep from missing her older sister, who has been sent to an eating disorder treatment facility.
Astronomy-obsessed Abby McCourt should be thrilled about the solar eclipse her small town of Moose Junction is about to witness, but she’s not. After her older sister Blair was sent away for an eating disorder, Abby has been in a funk.
Desperate to dull the pain her sister’s absence has left, she teams up with a visiting astronomer to help track down his long-lost telescope. Though this is supposed to take Abby’s mind off the distance between her and Blair, what she finds may bring her closer to her sister than she ever thought possible.
Can looking up at the stars help her find her way through the hardest summer of her life?
- A Heartfelt Sibling Story: Abby misses her older sister Blair more than anything. But Blair’s sickness has created a distance between them that feels wider than the solar system.
- Navigating Big Feelings: This moving story tackles the tough topic of eating disorders with sensitivity and hope, perfect for young readers and families to discuss.
- An Unforgettable Summer Mystery: To distract herself, Abby helps a mysterious visiting astronomer search for a long-lost telescope—a quest that uncovers more secrets than she ever expected.
- Astronomy and Stargazing: Set against the backdrop of a once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse in Moose Junction, Wisconsin, this book is perfect for kids who love looking up at the night sky.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in What Happens Next?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: Personal and social topics > Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Bullying, violence, abuse and peer pressure > Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Abuse / exploitation
Where can I read a sample of What Happens Next?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062912688
Who is/are the Author/s of the book What Happens Next?
Claire Swinarski
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
What Happens Next is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062912688) and ebook(ISBN 9780062912695)
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