About The Book

Perfect for readers of The Penderwicks, Luna Merriweather is no ordinary eleven-year-old. She’s a dog defender, a fearless photographer, and a loyal friend—uncovering secrets and surprises in a summer that teaches her the most important truths are the ones we never see coming.

Luna Merriweather considered herself lucky when she picked the winning lottery numbers. Little did she know then that being lucky isn’t always a good thing—especially when her family decides to move to the city with her lottery winnings. After leaving her friends behind, adjusting to a new place and way of life, and feeling disconnected from everything she’s ever known, Luna’s only chance for a fun summer is the week she’ll spend taking photographs for the local newspaper.

As Luna explores the city through her camera lens, she discovers hidden corners, unexpected friendships, and stories waiting to be told, she begins to see that sometimes, what feels like the end of everything familiar can be the beginning of something extraordinary.

About The Author

Connie Remlinger Trounstine was formerly a reporter with a Scripps Howard newspaper in Kentucky. She is the author of The Worst Christmas Ever, Fingerprints on the Table, and The Phantom Five. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Product Details

  • Publisher: SparkPress (March 17, 2026)
  • Length: 128 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781684633449
  • Ages: 8 - 13

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Raves and Reviews

“Connie Trounstine has crafted a story of unexpected friendships, family reconciliations, the plight of the homeless, the art of photography, and neighbors who come together to rescue the oldest house in the neighborhood. ”—Louise Borden, author of Little Ships: The Heroic Rescue at Dunkirk in World War II and The Journey that Saved Curious George

“Luna has always been lucky, but when her family moves to the city, Luna feels left out and angry. Even her summer photography job leads her into trouble. But when she meets a mysterious neighbor, Luna begins to wonder: Is it possible that bad luck can turn good?”—Joanne Mattern, children’s author and editor

“Luna transforms her bad luck to good as she makes new friends, captures the newspaper’s headline photo, and helps save an elderly neighbor’s home. With empathy for its characters, Luna's Luck gives the reader a smart, resilient heroine with heart!”—Barbara Libby, author of I Rode the Red Horse

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