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Jacob grew up hearing stories of the orphanage his grandfather stayed in during World War II. He didn't really believe them until his grandfather died sending him on a quest to find the orphanage and discover the truth behind the stories and himself. Recommended for ages 14+ because of the overall aura of horror and some violence.Book Talk:
Sixteen year old Jacob grew up hearing stories about the orphanage his grandfather stayed in during World War II. It was run by an unusual bird-lady who smoked a pipe and minded children with peculiar powers. There were girls who could float and boys who could lift rocks over their heads. His grandfather even had pictures to prove it but Jacob knew those stories were just his grandfather’s way of explaining the horrors of the war. But then his grandfather was killed by one of the monsters from his faerie tales which sends Jacob on a quest to find out the truth about the orphanage and himself.
Book Review:
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children is a beautifully sinister story made even creepier by the real photos displayed throughout the book. The plot line does get a little complicated in the middle and the ending is obviously a set up for the next book but Ransom’s characters and descriptions more than make up for these flaws. As the book progresses you go through all of the stages of grief, disbelief, and growth that Jacob does in a world that seems remarkably, fantastically real. This book, especially the photographs included in it, has strong hints of horror making it most appropriate for those 14 or older who enjoy frightening fantasy novels.
Awards and Honors:
2012- YALSA’s Reader’s Choice List for Sci-fi/FantasyInterested in finding out more about this book or author? Check these out:
Author website: http://www.ransomriggs.com/
Author Interviews:
July 2011 interview in I Like These Books blog
Oct. 2011 interview The Book Rat blog
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