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Four orphans eagerly wait for an opportunity to escape from the Home for Friendless Children. Lucy, one of the orphans, used to love to talk and sing. Now, she no longer speaks as she believes silence is the only way to protect herself.
After a tumultuous journey, the orphans find work and new friends aboard a traveling circus. Lucy loves being able to take care of the elephants but, for her to secure the job of the elephant handler, she will need to speak to the elephants and warn others of danger. If Lucy doesn't cope with her fear of speaking, she will lose her chance to join the circus. Meanwhile, the matrons of the orphanage are eager to get Lucy back at the orphanage.
The book was a fun and cute read. It was nerve-wracking following the orphans' journey for a home and a place to belong. I liked that the author included a section about notes on the book. It was shocking to find out how much of Lucy's story was based on horrifying events. The novel was a heartwarming and enjoyable read and perfect for fans of the author.
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About the Book:
Title: ORPHAN ELEVEN
Author: Gennifer
Choldenko
Pub. Date: May 26, 2020
Publisher: Wendy Lamb Books
Formats: Hardcover, eBook, audiobook
Pages: 320
Four orphans have escaped from the
Home for Friendless Children. One is Lucy, who used to talk and sing. No one
knows why she doesn't speak anymore; silence is her protection.
The orphans find work and new friends
at a traveling circus. Lucy loves caring for the elephants, but she must be
able to speak to them, and to warn others of danger. If Lucy doesn't find her
voice, she'll be left behind when the circus goes on the rails. Meanwhile,
people are searching for Lucy, and her puzzling past is about to catch up with
her.
About Gennifer:
With more than 2 and a half million books sold,
Choldenko’s best known Tales from Alcatraz series, has been called “A
cornerstone series in contemporary children’s literature.” Al Capone Does My
Shirts—the first book in the series—was a Newbery Honor Book and the recipient
of twenty other awards. All four books in the series were Junior Library Guild
selections and garnered many starred reviews. Gennifer’s newest novel: Orphan
Eleven will be out May 26. Publisher’s Weekly has said this about Orphan
Eleven: “This uplifting tale of hope, survival and belonging has all the
ingredients to become a beloved middle grade book.” Gennifer lives in the San
Francisco Bay area with her loyal husband and naughty dog.
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Giveaway Details:
3 winners will receive a finished copy
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