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“A timeless, tenderhearted story . . . thoroughly enchanting.”—Claire Legrand, New York Times–bestselling author of Furyborn

“This lush and colorful fairy tale is sure to be a delight for middle grade readers.”—School Library Journal (starred review)

What makes a hero or a villain? Can someone be both—or neither?

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Jessica Vitalis’ writing is exquisite. This unique and compelling story told in alternating points of view between a rabbit and a young girl, is a call to action for us all to pay attention to how our actions are inextricably connected to the biodiversity of our beautiful planet and its ecosystems.

The Rabbit’s Gift is a vivid, beautiful fairy tale that reminds us that in order to achieve balance in our world, we must learn to work together and trust one another. 

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