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Where the Lilies Bloom Paperback – September 18, 2001

by Bill Cleaver (Author), Vera Cleaver (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 248 ratings
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An award-winning novel about the resilience of the human spirit, the power of duty, the fragile relationship between humans and nature, and the sacrifices we make for family.

Mary Call has promised her dying father to keep her brother and sisters together forever in their home in the Great Smoky Mountains, and to never to take any help from strangers. She is determined to keep her word—and her pride. No matter what.

At first she is sure she can manage. Romey, Ima Dean, and Devola help gather herbs to sell in town; the riches of the mountains will surely keep the family clothed and fed. But when winter comes, fast and furious, Mary Call learns that the land where the lilies bloom can be a cruel and unforgiving place, and it will take more than a promise to keep her family together.

This classic coming of age story explores issues of poverty, character, and perseverance. A strong option for classroom, homeschool, or independent reading.

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  1. Print length
    224 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    HarperTeen
  4. Publication date
    September 18, 2001
  5. Grade level
    8 - 9
  6. Reading age
    13 years and up
  7. Dimensions
    4.19 x 0.56 x 6.75 inches
  8. ISBN-10
    0064470059
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0064470056
  10. Lexile measure
    920L
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Mary Call has promised her dying father to keep her brother and sisters together forever on the mountain, and never to take any help from strangers. She is determined to keep her word. No matter what. At first she is sure she can manage. Romey, Ima Dean, and Devola help gather herbs to sell in town; the riches of the mountains will surely keep the family clothed and fed. But then winter comes, fast and furious, and Mary Call has to learn that the land where the lilies bloom is also a cruel and unforgiving place, and it may take more than a promise to keep her family together.

About the Author

While Vera and Bill Cleaver were best known and loved for Where the Lilies Bloom, they enjoyed a prolific writing career. Their other titles include: Delpha Green & Company, Dust of the Earth, I Would Rather Be a Turnip, The Kissimmee Kid, The Mimosa Tree, Trial Valley, and The Whys and Wherefores of Littabelle Lee.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperTeen; 58348th edition (September 18, 2001)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0064470059
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0064470056
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 years and up
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 920L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 8 - 9
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.84 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.19 x 0.56 x 6.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 248 ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars Where the Lilies Bloom
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2021
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I have a high school aged niece who has been a reluctant reader. For Christmas last year I sent her a book or two every month. I am a Librarian, so chose the books from Newbery Medal winners. I wanted to introduce her to things in history that aren't taught in the social studies text books and to make her aware of social issues as well. Where the Lilies Bloom is about a family of children hiding their father's death and trying to make a living by collecting wild herbs to sell at the general store so they can buy the necessities they need. My niece loved the book.
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Tullie M. Westmoreland
5.0 out of 5 stars Growing up hard can’t stop you from reaching your dreams
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2022
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This is one of the best novels about growing up in Appalachia. The story shares some tough life lessons when growing up poor but desiring to learn more. I used this novel when I taught in a very rural school district. I bought this copy to share with a friend. She loved it!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Precious book.
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2022
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I do loved this story..
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LouAnna Kaldy
5.0 out of 5 stars Great author.
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2021
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Ordered this for my husband to read with his class. Our granddaughter was the one that suggested it.
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HEATHER KOON
5.0 out of 5 stars Beloved Story of Perseverance
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2021
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One of my favorite books to read. It is so good, I purchased an extra to send to a friend. Pure Americana, Appalachian Style!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2014
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I read this book as a project for a seventh grade english class but it's slightly out-dated and not well-known so it's hard to find anywhere. I would say it's a bit of a mixture of Tuck Everlasting, Sarah Plain and Tall, and the Hunger Games but without the mystical and the killing. Basically, a group of three orphans has to find ways to survive after their father dies while putting up with an awful land lord and a judgmental society. It's a really great coming of age novel and I highly reccomend it.
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Maggie Zoiss
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Classic Book about a Tough Kid
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2008
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You can tell by the 1 star reviews, that children these days don't have half the imagination it takes to read a book that is not about wizards or witches. This is an excellent book that I read several times as a child, and was recently racking my brain to remember the name so I could find it to read it again. It also goes to show the attitude of today's youth that they can't appreciate the struggles of someone that has to fight to keep their family together and survive.
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Cam Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars Fine Appalachian Fiction
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2011
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This is one of my favorite genres of fiction, and this story is told so well that it gives the reader a sense of what it is like to be a part of this family. I originally read this book in 8th grade (1979 or 1980) and while it is probably too easy a read for today's 8th graders, the subject matter is too mature for readers much younger. It's well-written, flows well, and ends well.
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4.0 out of 5 stars ゆりの花咲く谷間
Reviewed in Japan on August 9, 2004
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アメリカのノース・カロライナ州のアパラチア山脈に住むLuther一家の物語です。
母親は無く、父親は病気で死に瀕しており一家の畑は十分な手入が出来 ず荒れ放題、
Devola、Mary Call, Ima Deam,Romeyの兄弟は食べるものを手に入れるのも大変な
生活をしています。
一家を支えているのは、しっかり物の次女Mary Callで父親の言いつけ
「けして人を頼らず家族が力をあわせて生活する」と守っています。
長女のDevolaは料理上手の美人で近くの地主のKiserが再三プロポーズして
いるのですが、父親は許しません。しかし、父親の病状は悪化の一途、それ
につれて一家の生活も困窮を極めていきます。一家はどうやって生活を立て
直していくのでしょうか？
アパラチア山脈の自然の描写がたいへん美しく、会話文もユーモアやウィットに富んでいます。
このため、悲惨な設定のお話にも関わらす暗くはありません。
邦題は、「ゆりの花咲く谷間」です。
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