*This ARC came to me at about 1:30 PM on Monday, June 28th. I finished and closed the book later that same night. This is one of the BEST stories I've ever read. I can't wait to share the amazing tale with my fourth graders during the 2021/2022 school year.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Silas lives out in the middle of nowhere with his father. It has just been the two of them since Silas' mother died.
*During the middle of the night, some men arrive on horseback and demand that Silas' father come with them to meet their "boss".
*Silas is to remain at the cabin and wait for his father's return.
*He doesn't stay and ventures out to find his father and the men who took him. He takes along his "friend" Mittenwool, and the new horse who appeared before them.
*While out in the woods, Silas meets a marshall and the two of them begin an adventure to find both the good and bad men in the world.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*When the book arrived, I wondered how it would compare to Wonder. It doesn't compare to Wonder. It stands completely on its own.
*Once I started reading, I could NOT stop.
*I was moved emotionally on several occasions while reading and couldn't believe the story R.J. Palacio had created.
*There were so many warm and touching moments during Silas' journey that I found myself literally "gasping" out loud.
*This may have become my new favorite middle-grade story of "all-time." It is simply AMAZING!!!
Who Should Read It:
Who Should Read It:
*EVERYONE!!! Happy Reading!
Rating: 5+ STARS out of 5 Stars
Rating: 5+ STARS out of 5 Stars
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