"Purple Loosestrife" by Alicia Z. Klepeis follows the life of a young woman named Grace, who returns to her rural hometown after the death of her mother. As she grapples with grief and unresolved family tensions, she discovers a hidden past involving her mother’s struggles and the community’s connection to the invasive purple loosestrife plant. The narrative intertwines themes of healing, identity, and the complexities of familial love as Grace seeks to understand her roots and forge her path forward. The backdrop of nature serves as a metaphor for growth and resilience throughout her journey. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Invasive Species .

This book has been graded for interest at 7-10 years.

This book was published in 2023 by Jump! .

Alicia Z. Klepeis is a children's author of more than 70 nonfiction and fiction books. Her titles include The World's Strangest Foods, Bizarre Things We've Called Medicine, and Explore Makerspace! With 25 Great Projects for Nomad Press. She has also written more than 100 articles in magazines such as National Geographic Kids and FACES. She lives with her family in Hamilton, New York.