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The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava LavenderA 2015 William C. Morris YA Debut Award Finalist Magical realism, lyrical prose, and the pain and passion of human love haunt this hypnotic generational saga. Foolish love appears to be the Roux family birthright, an ominous forecast for its most recent progeny, Ava Lavender. Ava in all other ways a normal girl is born with the wings of a bird. In a quest to understand her peculiar disposition and a growing desire to fit in with her peers, sixteen
A 2015 William C. Morris YA Debut Award FinalistMagical realism, lyrical prose, and the pain and passion of human love haunt this hypnotic generational saga. Foolish love appears to be the Roux family birthright, an ominous forecast for its most recent progeny, Ava Lavender. Ava -- in all other ways a normal girl -- is born with the wings of a bird. In a quest to understand her peculiar disposition and a growing desire to fit in with her peers, sixteen-year old Ava ventures into the wider world, ill-prepared for what she might discover and naive to the twisted motives of others. Others like the pious Nathaniel Sorrows, who mistakes Ava for an angel and whose obsession with her grows until the night of the summer solstice celebration. That night, the skies open up, rain and feathers fill the air, and Ava's quest and her family's saga build to a devastating crescendo. First-time author Leslye Walton has constructed a layered and unforgettable mythology of what it means to be born with hearts that are tragically, exquisitely human.
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 03/25/2014
ISBN: 9780763665661
Pages: 301
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.80w x 1.20d
Award: Tayshas Reading - Commended
Award: Literary Award - Winner
Award: William C. Morris YA Debut Award - Finalist
Award: Washington State Book Award - Winner
Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 12/23/2013
School Library Journal 02/01/2014 pg. 116
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2014
Booklist 03/01/2014 pg. 72
Shelf Awareness 03/25/2014
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 05/01/2014
PW Best Children's Books 11/03/2014 pg. 48
PW Children's Starred Reviews 12/01/2014 pg. 99
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2014 pg. 26
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2014 pg. 133 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 168895 / Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender
Reading Level: 6.8 / Interest Level: Upper Grade / Point Value: 12
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★★★★★ 4
Dog doesn't chase balls but does chase these!
Color: Regular Ball Multi-color, Size: Medium
This is a great product. My Aussie mix won't chase regular balls, but will chase these for long periods of time. Its the only way I can get him excercise right now. He holds them in his mouth constantly and has lost interest in his kong stuffed toys. This is my second time buying. The first time was great but the second batch had hardly any sqeak and not much air. Seller- please check your quality control! I have to go to another seller if these aren't consistent, because my dog needs the squeak in order to be interested.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Favorite toy
Color: Burger Shape Assorted Color, Size: Small
These have become my two Shih Tzu’s favorite toys. They love playing fetch with them. Very durable and well made. Will buy again once these wear out.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Dog's BFF
Color: Burger Shape Assorted Color, Size: Small
My 10lb pup LOVES these toys. This is the second set I've bought. First set lasted 5 years. The squeaker can be a little irritating after awhile. But that's what he loves. Great toy for my little guy!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Best Balls Ever!!!
Size: Medium
These are the best balls ever! We have 2 very active ball loving dogs and these bounce very well and they actually hold up with active play and chewing. They still look brand new after daily use for months!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Finally a ball my power chewers cannot destroy
Size: Medium
I have two dogs, an American Bully and an American Pit Bull Terrier, and both of them love to chew. Most balls last a very short time around here before they are shredded or missing big chunks. This one has actually held up. They chase it, tug on it and sit and chew on it, and it is still in one piece with no pieces breaking off.
One of my favorite things is being able to put food inside. I add some kibble or small snacks, and they will happily sit and work on it for a long time. It keeps them busy, gives them something safe to chew, and they get a little reward while they play. When they are done, I just rinse it out and it is ready to go again.
If you have strong jawed dogs that usually destroy toys, this ball is worth trying. Mine really enjoy it and I feel better knowing they finally have a ball that can keep up with them.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2025