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Sharon CreechThe Great Unexpected
Sharon CreechFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2012A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Chapters 41-50Chapter Summaries & Analyses
Chapter 41 Summary: “News”
Mr. Dingle arrives at Nula’s house, and Naomi escapes out the back. When Naomi returns, Nula tells her Sybil has died, and they must go to Ireland for the funeral. Naomi is apprehensive because Ireland is supposed to be full of fairies, elves, ogres, and giants.
Chapter 42 Summary: “Lar-de-dar”
Before Nula can explain further, Lizzie arrives. She babbles about good news, not realizing Naomi hasn’t heard. Finally, Lizzie says she’s excited that they are all going to Ireland. Naomi is shocked to learn Lizzie is going too.
Chapter 43 Summary: “Across the Ocean: Ireland”
Nula, Naomi, and Lizzie arrive in Ireland and are met at the airport by a driver. After driving for three hours, Nula is sure he’s brought them to the wrong place. The girls see the iron rooks on the gate, and Naomi is amazed by the sign that says, “Rooks Orchard.” Nula expects a much humbler home, but the driver reassures her.
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