Publisher's Synopsis
BELLA BROWN-GRANDMA'S MISSING BUTTERFLY LOCKET
In this enchanting second installment of the Bella Brown picture book series, Wall Street Journal bestselling author J.W. Zarek weaves a heartwarming tale of family bonds, cherished memories, and the magic of butterflies.
Eight-year-old Bella Brown's ordinary day takes an unexpected turn when her beloved Grandma Yetta calls with troubling news: her precious butterfly locket has disappeared. "I need your help," Grandma tells her. "I've lost my butterfly locket."
With determination in her heart, Bella embarks on a journey through memories, revisiting the extraordinary butterfly adventures she's shared with her grandmother. Their recollections take readers across the globe:
To China's breathtaking Butterfly Valley, where ten thousand Red Wing Butterflies erupted into the sky in a crimson cloud of wings.
To a serene Japanese temple, where a delicate white butterfly-"chou" in Japanese-floated like silk against ancient wood, carrying romantic legends with each wing beat.
To Colombia's mysterious Lost City, where a magnificent Blue Morpho butterfly with a wingspan as wide as Bella's hand discovered the unexpected delight of peanut butter on her shirt.
To the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks in Arkansas, where millions of migrating Monarchs created a sea of orange and black wings, filling the air with the gentle sounds of their flight.
As Bella explores these vivid memories with Grandma Yetta, she tries to solve the mystery of the missing locket. Each recollection brings warmth, laughter, and fascinating butterfly facts from around the world.
When Bella's mother announces a trip to the local butterfly garden, the young detective is disappointed she couldn't help Grandma find her treasure. Little does she know that this visit will lead to an unexpected encounter and a precious gift that will forever change her relationship with her grandmother.
This beautifully illustrated 32-page picture book celebrates the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren, the wonder of nature, and the importance of family traditions. Perfect for young readers ages 4-8, it combines a touching story with educational elements about butterflies from around the world.
And don't forget to look for Pip the Domovoi hidden throughout the illustrations-a delightful seek-and-find element that adds another layer of fun to this charming story!
Join Bella Brown on this butterfly-filled adventure and discover the heartwarming surprise that awaits at the journey's end.
From Wall Street Journal bestselling author J.W. Zarek, creator of "The Devil Pulls the Strings" and the beloved Bella Brown series. Illustrated with vibrant, captivating artwork that brings butterflies and childhood wonder to life on every page.
