Mandie and the Jumping Juniper (Mandie, Book 18) [Paperback]

Lois Gladys Leppard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1991 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

In Germany, Mandie's group arrives at the medieval stone castle of Baroness Geissler and finds a mystery surrounding a very old juniper tree that's said to "jump" sometimes. Ages 8-13. Mandie book 18.

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About the Author

Lois began her first Mandie story when she was only eleven years old. But eventually the manuscript was tucked away in a drawer and forgotten. Lois went on to attend Furman University and studied music for several years in New York City where she and her sister sang professionally. Some years ago, Lois was prompted to pull that old manuscript out and began to work on Mandie's story-of her childhood in the South at the turn of the century and her Cherokee heritage. The rest is history and now the MANDIE BOOKS series have sales nearing six million copies! Lois writes from her home in South Carolina. Enthusiastic young fans fill her mailbox with their insightful responses to her stories.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Bethany House Publishers (November 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556612001
• ISBN-13: 978-1556612008
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #383,509 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #60 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Religions > Christianity > Series

More About the Author

Lois began her first Mandie story when she was only eleven years old. But eventually the manuscript was tucked away in a drawer and forgotten. Lois went on to attend Furman University and studied music for several years in New York City where she and her sister sang professionally. Some years ago, Lois was prompted to pull that old manuscript out and began to work on Mandie's story-of her childhood in the South at the turn of the century and her Cherokee heritage. The rest is history and now the MANDIE BOOKS series have sales nearing six million copies! Lois writes from her home in South Carolina. Enthusiastic young fans fill her mailbox with their insightful responses to her stories.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Mandie and the Jumping Juniper, October 3, 2008

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Mandie and the Jumping Juniper (Mandie, Book 18) (Paperback)

This book is so good! It's one of the better Mandie books. Mandie books are probably the best books I've read, ever!

Mandie, Jonathan and Celia are traveling with Mrs. Taft to Germany next, to visit Baroness Geissler whom they met in Rome. During the long carriage ride, the carriage breaks down and the driver goes off to find help. Finally, after a lot of struggle, everyone makes it to the huge castle.
There are mysterious rumors that a huge juniper tree outside the castle jumps! People say they have seen it before, and Mandie is determined to crack the case. Furthermore, the baroness's grandson, Rupert, who is engaged to a woman named Elsa, is unfriendly and seems to hate Mandie and her friends. One night they spot him doing odd things with another lady. Near the end of the book, they actually see the tree jump!
I know this seems impossible, but my sister read it first and says that it really jumps, and I read it and now I understand. You'll have to read the book to find out the surprising reason!
I love the way Mandie always trusts in God through everything. It makes the books even better!
This book was so good. I love the Europe books in the Mandie series--I've always wanted to travel to another country!

4.0 out of 5 stars Mandie is in Germany!, May 21, 2008

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This review is from: Mandie and the Jumping Juniper (Mandie, Book 18) (Paperback)

Mandie and her Europe-traveling friends/family are visiting Baroness Geissler's castle in Germany. From one baffling incident to another, no one can quite figure out what's going on.

I quite enjoyed reading this book--What with the secret of that jumping tree, and why the Baroness's son acts so rudely towards Mandie and her friends, plus a surprise visit from that mysterious lady who was on the Queen Victoria ship, who keeps stalking Mandie.

This is recommended for all Christian & Mystery Bookworms--You're in for a real treat!

4.0 out of 5 stars Good but a little weird, February 13, 2007

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Mandie and the Jumping Juniper (Mandie, Book 18) (Paperback)

I liked this book because Mandie learned a lesson she really needed to learn and she helped people along the way (like she always does). I think that Rupert is an absolute snob. I also liked the adventure it got pretty suspenseful. Celia should learn how to stand up for herself and say her opinion instead of just following Mandie and Jonathon. All in all I thought this book was good but I thought the jumping tree was a little weird and lame.