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"An unforgettable story of friendship, love, and finding your flock." - Erin Entrada Kelly, Newbery Medal-winning author of Hello, Universe

In this exceptional debut, a young girl's determination to save the flock she considers family has a lasting impact on her community and her heart. This beautiful and literary animal story is about friendship, family, home, and belonging that will leave a lasting impression on readers, especially those who enjoy books by Kate DiCamillo and Katherine Applegate.

Ten years ago, an impossible event occurred: a flock of pigeons found an abandoned human baby in an empty lot and brought her, wrapped in blankets, to their rooftop. Coo has spent her entire life on that rooftop with the pigeons who saved her, it is the only home she knows. However, when a hawk attacks Burr, the pigeon she loves the most, leaving him seriously injured, Coo must venture to the ground for the first time to seek help from Tully, a retired postal worker who sometimes feeds the flock. Tully heals Burr's broken wing and introduces Coo to a life of warmth, safety, and human connections. As Coo begins to thrive, she realizes that the human world is more complex and harsh than she ever imagined.

This extraordinary debut novel will capture readers from the very first sentence. "Coo" explores the bonds that define family, the power of love, and the importance of staying true to oneself. Fans of Katherine Applegate, Kate DiCamillo, and Barbara O'Connor will be enthralled by this incredible story.

Featuring black-and-white spot art throughout, "Coo" is a touching tale that will resonate with readers long after they finish the book.

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