When You Trap a Tiger

Name: When You Trap a Tiger
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781524715731
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By Tae Keller

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When You Trap a Tiger by Tae Keller is a heartwarming children's tale that delves into the world of Korean folklore. The story follows a young girl named Lily, who encounters a magical tiger from her grandmother's stories when seeking out a creation that may alter her family's destiny. It's a captivating journey about bravery, family bonds, and the power of storytelling.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you love heartwarming, magical tales that weave Korean folklore into a modern story about family, courage, and self-discovery. It appeals to readers who appreciate stories of adventure and the subtle wisdom and strength found in embracing one's heritage and personal challenges.

When You Trap a Tiger

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WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL . NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . WINNER OF THE ASIAN/PACIFIC AMERICAN AWARD FOR CHILDREN'S LITERATURE

Would you make a deal with a magical tiger? This uplifting story brings Korean folklore to life as a girl goes on a quest to unlock the power of stories and save her grandmother.

WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL . WINNER OF THE ASIAN/PACIFIC AMERICAN AWARD FOR CHILDREN'S LITERATURE . #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . A PARADE BEST KIDS BOOK OF ALL TIME . A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST MIDDLE GRADE BOOK OF THE CENTURY

Would you make a deal with a magical tiger? This uplifting story brings Korean folklore to life as a girl goes on a quest to unlock the power of stories and save her grandmother.

Some stories refuse to stay bottled up...

When Lily and her family move in with her sick grandmother, a magical tiger straight out of her halmoni's Korean folktales arrives, prompting Lily to unravel a secret family history. Long, long ago, Halmoni stole something from the tigers. Now they want it back. When one of the tigers approaches Lily with a deal—return what her grandmother stole in exchange for Halmoni's health—Lily is tempted to agree. But deals with tigers are never what they seem! With the help of her sister and her new friend Ricky, Lily must find her voice...and the courage to face a tiger.

Tae Keller, the award-winning author of The Science of Breakable Things, shares a sparkling tale about the power of stories and the magic of family.

"If stories were written in the stars ... this wondrous tale would be one of the brightest." - Booklist, Starred Review

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When You Trap a Tiger by Tae Keller has received glowing reviews, noting its enchantment and depth. It intertwines Korean mythology with a heartfelt coming-of-age journey, praised for its magical realism and focus on family and healing. Reviewers highlight its magical narrative and the power of storytelling, blending folktale with a touching exploration of life and identity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781524715731

Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Alfred A. Knopf

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Tae Keller

About the Author

TAE KELLER was born and raised in Honolulu, where she grew up on purple rice, Spam musubi, and her halmoni's tiger stories. She is the Newbery Medal-winning author of When You Trap a Tiger and The Science of Breakable Things. She lives in Seattle. Visit her at TaeKeller.com, follow her monthly love letters at bit.ly/lovetae, and find her on Twitter and Instagram.