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Winner of the Newbery Medal

New York Times best seller

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.

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. And 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. Think Walk Two Moons meets Where the Mountain Meets the Moon!

"If stories were written in the stars...this wondrous tale would be one of the brightest." (Booklist, starred review)

Journey to Korea with Lily and Hana in "When You Trap a Tiger" by Tae Keller, the captivating winner of the 2021 Newbery Medal.

Lily and Hana's family immigrates to America, leaving behind their home in Korea. Filled with hope, they face cultural differences and challenges in their new country. Through the eyes of Lily, we witness their family's struggles, triumphs, and the resilience that binds them together.

But Lily's world is shaken when her grandmother, Halmoni, becomes ill. Halmoni, a shaman, holds secrets and stories from the Korean folktales that Lily loves. As Lily seeks answers to her grandmother's illness, she uncovers secrets woven into the fabric of her family's history.

"When You Trap a Tiger" delves into the generational divide between old and new, the clash of cultures, and the power of storytelling. Tae Keller's lyrical prose and vivid imagery will transport you to Korea and immerse you in the lives of Lily and her family.

Join Lily as she embarks on a journey of discovery, unraveling family secrets while navigating the challenges of growing up in a new land. "When You Trap a Tiger" is a poignant and beautiful novel that celebrates the strength of family, the resilience of the human spirit, and the magic found in storytelling.

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