Bloom Where You’re Planted by Mae Respicio is a beautifully crafted novel-in-verse about twelve-year-old Isabel, who moves from the Philippines to San Francisco to live with her mother for the first time in years. Struggling to adjust to a new school, city, and country, Isabel feels disconnected from her mom and her new life. But when she joins a gardening and cooking club, she begins to find her place, forming new friendships and rediscovering a bond with her mother. This heartfelt story celebrates growth, nourishment, and the power of new beginnings.
