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Suncatcher

By Jose Pimienta
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'Suncatcher' by Jose Pimienta is a vibrant children's graphic novel set in Mexico, following the life of a music-loving girl named Beatriz. As she navigates the balance between family obligations and her passion for music, Beatriz discovers an enchanted guitar that promises to amplify her talents. However, this magical instrument also brings unexpected challenges, pushing her to explore the true power of artistic expression and personal responsibility.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This engaging children's book is ideal if you're fascinated by stories that explore friendships and personal growth. Set in a vibrant Mexican town, it intertwines themes of music, family, and cultural heritage, creating a heartwarming narrative that young readers will appreciate for its unique blend of illustration and storytelling.

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Suncatcher

"Beatriz must play the perfect song in order to free her grandfather's soul from his guitar after he passes away"--

Beatriz must create the perfect song in order to free her grandfather's soul . . . but what will be the cost? A fantastical YA graphic novel about creative passion and obsession, great for fans of The Prince and the Dressmaker and Level Up.

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Beatriz must create the perfect song in order to free her grandfather's soul... but what will be the cost? A fantastical YA graphic novel about creative passion and obsession, great for fans of The Prince and the Dressmaker and Level Up.

Filled with music, passion, supernatural secrets, and family, Jose Pimienta's Suncatcher brings to life a contemporary story of a girl growing up in Mexicali, with a supernatural twist and a lot of music.

Beatriz loves music.

More than her school—more than her friends—and definitely more than her homework. After Beatriz discovers that her grandfather's soul is trapped in his guitar, she becomes determined to get him out. But the only way to free him is to play the perfect song—his perfect song, a song that he never actually wrote down.

Fixated on freeing her grandfather, music slowly consumes Beatriz's life. Soon she finds herself growing obsessed with perfection at the expense of her friendships, her band, and her health.

Beatriz won't let anything stop her. Even if it means losing everything else.

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Suncatcher by Jose Pimienta is noted for its haunting and beautiful complexity, offering a fresh twist on the 'devil at the crossroads' narrative with its unique Mexicali punk setting. Reviews highlight the relatability of Beatriz's struggle with burnout and generational expectations within an engaging storyline. It is praised as a satisfying read for music lovers and graphic novel enthusiasts alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593124819

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 May 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Graphic

Illustration: Full colour

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 224

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jose Pimienta Penguin Books

About the Author

Jose Pimienta was raised in Mexicali, Baja California, and now resides in Los Angeles, CA where he works on comics and storyboards for animation and film. Suncatcher is his debut author/illustrator graphic novel. joepiart.com @joepi

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