Meet Sprout, a plucky hen whose modest dream to hatch a single egg will take her down a path that leads to her true place in the natural world." - Adam Johnson, author of the Pulitzer Prize winner and New York Times bestseller The Orphan Master's Son "Sometimes the simplest character, expressed in the sparest prose, embarks upon life's most heroic journey. I absolutely loved it, and I find myself still thinking about Sprout." - Lisa See, author of the New York Times bestsellers Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, Peony in Love, and Shanghai Girls "Recalling Jonathan Livingston Seagull (1970), this slim but powerful tale will resonate with readers of all ages, who can take it at face value or delve deeper into its meditations on living courageously and facing mortality." - Booklist "A subtle morality tale that will appeal to readers of all ages." - Kirkus Spare but evocative line drawings by the Japanese artist Nomoco add to the subtle charm of this slim volume." - Publishers Weekly "The book explores the joys of parenthood and the sacrifices required to nurture the next generation, the healing bonds of friendship, and the tug-of-war between nature and nurture.
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