{"product_id":"cassi-and-the-house-of-memories-a-graphic-novel-isbn-9780593351123","title":"Cassi and the House of Memories: A Graphic Novel","description":"\u003cb\u003eA dazzling journey through memories past gives one girl the chance to save her grandfather–as long as she can find him in time. A graphic novel perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003ePashmina \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eAnya's Ghost\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCassi loves spending time with her grandfather. His games, songs, and stories have always brought her endless joy. This visit with him, though, is different: Grandpa seems to be losing track of things, including everything from the stories they’re sharing to who Cassi herself is. So when he goes missing after wandering off from his own backyard, Cassi knows she has to figure out where he’s gone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat she discovers is a world filled with memories, none of them her own. As she leaps from one memory to the next, she knows she’s getting closer and closer to finding her grandfather—but only if she can make sure he doesn’t slip away forever.\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eCassi and the House of Memories\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Texas Maverick Reading List pick!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* \u003c\/b\u003e“\u003cb\u003eAn elegantly ­written and beautifully illustrated look into the early stages of dementia\u003c\/b\u003e through the eyes of family . . . \u003cb\u003eAn absolutely delightful and touching family story \u003c\/b\u003ewith wonderful art.” —\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, STARRED review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* \u003c\/b\u003e“\u003cb\u003eWondrous elements \u003c\/b\u003eof fabulism \u003cb\u003eand the affection between grandfather and granddaughter combine\u003c\/b\u003e to form something greater than the sum of their parts . . . \u003cb\u003ea dazzling, heartfelt journey \u003c\/b\u003ethrough fading memories.” —\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, STARRED review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* \"Stuart’s distinctive illustrations are \u003c\/b\u003epainterly in the very best way . . .\u003cb\u003e full of both action and beauty. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eCassi and the House of Memories \u003c\/i\u003eis a moving depiction of a grandparent and grandchild’s enduring love and continued understanding in the face of dementia.\" —\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBookPage\u003c\/i\u003e, STARRED review\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“Color is used judiciously in this \u003cb\u003emoving graphic novel\u003c\/b\u003e, the occasional gray or black scenes all the more remarkable against the vivid hues of the rest of the art, and those are moments that slow the pace, inviting reflection.” —\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books\u003c\/i\u003e, STARRED review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"Stuart’s tender graphic novel debut presents \u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003ea fanciful and uplifting take on memory loss\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e . . . while tinged with sadness,\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e [this book] approaches dementia with curiosity and respect.\" —\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, STARRED review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eThose who come \u003c\/b\u003eto [this book] \u003cb\u003ewill find themselves embraced by humanity and connection.\u003c\/b\u003e\"\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e —\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCassi and the House of Memories\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e . . .\u003cb\u003e searches for connection and understanding\u003c\/b\u003e, offering readers a way to connect . . . \u003cb\u003ea lush fantasy adventure with heart\u003c\/b\u003e that's \u003cb\u003ean enjoyable read.\u003c\/b\u003e\" \u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eHow to Love Comics\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDean Stuart is an illustrator and a gallery artist. Over the course of his career, he's created art for galleries, magazines, and graphic novels. He lives in Oakland, California. \u003ci\u003eCassi and the House of Memories\u003c\/i\u003e is his debut graphic novel. You can visit Dean online at DeanDraws.com.","brand":"Viking Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300224749797,"sku":"NP9780593351123","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780593351123.jpg?v=1767723461","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/cassi-and-the-house-of-memories-a-graphic-novel-isbn-9780593351123","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}