Who Would Like This Book:
If you love stories featuring quirky, unforgettable characters and heartwarming transformations, this book is a real treat. It mixes laugh-out-loud humor with deeper reflections on aging, purpose, and family ties. Set against a unique Antarctic backdrop, you’ll also get just enough penguin lore to make you want to save the world! Perfect for anyone who enjoys uplifting fiction with a dash of animal magic, or for those curious about later-life adventures.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Those looking for a fast-paced plot or gritty realism might find this story a tad gentle or whimsical. If you prefer books that avoid sentimental moments, or don’t enjoy tales centering on older protagonists, this may not capture your interest. A few readers felt the story leaned a bit into the sweet and cozy, and some scientific elements are lighter than you’d get in hard-hitting nonfiction.
About:
'How the Penguins Saved Veronica' is a heartwarming tale about an 86-year-old woman named Veronica who embarks on a journey to Antarctica to see the penguins. Along the way, she forms a unique bond with her newly discovered grandson, Patrick, and an abandoned baby penguin. The story beautifully explores themes of forgiveness, redemption, family, and self-discovery. Author Hazel Prior writes with warmth and clarity, creating characters that come to life and endear themselves to the reader. The book is a delightful mix of humor, emotion, and scientific facts about penguins, set against the backdrop of the harsh Antarctic environment.
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From The Publisher:
A curmudgeonly but charming old woman, her estranged grandson, and a colony of penguins proves it's never too late to be the person you want to be in this rich, heartwarming story from the acclaimed author of Ellie and the Harpmaker.
Eighty-five-year-old Veronica McCreedy is estranged from her family and wants to find a worthwhile cause to leave her fortune to. When she sees a documentary about penguins being studied in Antarctica, she tells the scientists she's coming to visit-and won't take no for an answer. Shortly after arriving, she convinces the reluctant team to rescue an orphaned baby penguin. He becomes part of life at the base, and Veronica's closed heart starts to open.
Her grandson, Patrick, comes to Antarctica to make one last attempt to get to know his grandmother. Together, Veronica, Patrick, and even the scientists learn what family, love, and connection are all about.
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