“Annemarie felt a surge of sadness; the bond of their friendship had not yet broken, but it was as if Ellen had moved now into a different world, the world of her own family and whatever lay ahead for them.”
“Annemarie felt a surge of sadness; the bond of their friendship had not yet broken, but it was as if Ellen had moved now into a different world, the world of her own family and whatever lay ahead for them.”
This book would be valuable to use within the older grades. For the older grades, this would be great to use as a read aloud or small reading groups. This book creates a plot that is easy for children to follow along with, while also informing them about the importance of our history. This book also has many valuable lessons intertwined, such as the value of friendship and helping one another. Overall this book is a great use for a future class.
pickNumber the Stars was published in 1989. This book has won many awards, such as Newbery Medal Award. This historical fiction novel takes place in Denmark during World War 2. The novel is focused around a young girl named Annemarie, who is helping her best friend Ellen. Ellen and her family are Jewish, and they are trying to escape from the Nazis. This book explores the dangers of the world, while also showing the meaning of friendship.
pickBoy, the last chapters of this were so intense. Can't wait for the discussion with #Shardlakeians at the end of the month. @dabbe #ReadAway2024 #SeriesLove24 #ChunksterChallenge2024 @DieAReader @Andrew65 @GHABI4ROSES @Amiable @TheSpineView
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This was a really interesting blend of modern-day suspense, witchcraft, and historical fiction. Brutal to read at times, and genuinely creepy at others, there is a sinister atmosphere and an undercurrent of dark magic that was unsettling, yet gripping. I appreciated that the historical storyline was based on a real woman and that it was well-researched. #BOTM
(thru ch21) Whew, there is a lot more drama than I remember!!! The whole thing with the new books and then them getting destroyed - so many feelings!! And now this stuff with the moonshiners and David trying to prove himself to the men in the community. Whew. I'm loving seeing Christy's friendship with Fairlight grow, though, and Christy's overall attitude towards the community and teaching evolve. Any thoughts or favorite moments to share?
(thru ch49) My goodness, so much is happening! D'A is finally a musketeer!! I am cracking up about how they are literally on a battlefield and any fighting is totally just background noise. These guys are obnoxious, but also actually do seem to be good at their job - I really enjoyed the way they held off the other soldiers just so they could have a private lunch 😂 There have been a lot of fun shenanigans, but I really am curious as to what is ⬇
so-soMixed feelings on this one. I continue to enjoy Patrick Dewitt's writing talent; this book has a particular style, different from The Librarianist, but seamless in matching the tone of the book: at once snappy and brutal, occasionally meandering and contemplative. It feels like DeWitt set out to write something that echoes the first generation of westerns/adventure books, 1/?
pickI listened to this one over audio. It was an interesting historical fiction book. It‘s several stories within a story. In the 1920‘s when many people in America were struggling financially, Benjamin Rask became incredibly wealthy. The story spans over many years. The story deals with mental illness, greed, corruption. It was a different story, it kept my attention while working on puzzles. I like historical fiction so it was a pick for me.
pickI completely understand why this book was shortlisted for the Booker Prize. This debut novel is a slow burn, but around 2/3 of the way through it, a twist completely turns the reader's understanding of the characters upside down. This book is intimate and sensual and gives a new sweeping perspective on the effects of WWII after the fighting ended. This debut novel deserves all of the accolades.
