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The Ogress and the Orphans
Reader Score
85%
85% of readers
recommend this book
Critic Reviews
Great
Based on 5 reviews on
2022 & 2024 & 2023 The New York Times Best Seller
Finalist:National Book Award -Young People's Lit (2022)
A NYT Bestseller, National Book Award finalist, and instant fantasy classic about the power of community, generosity, books, and baked goods, from the author of the beloved Newbery Medal winner The Girl Who Drank the Moon.
Stone-in-the-Glen is a once-lovely town that has fallen on hard times. The beautiful Library burned down; the dazzling, dragon-slaying Mayor offers more speeches than action. And for all their resourcefulness, the fourteen clever Orphans at the Orphan House still struggle to get enough to eat. When a mysterious neighbor begins leaving baked goods and other gifts around Stone-in-the-Glen, the Orphans start to explore the history and possibilities of their town. Then one day, a child goes missing from the Orphan House. At the Mayor's accusation, all eyes turn to the Ogress who lives nearby--a stranger to the townsfolk (or so they think). How can the Orphans share the story of the Ogress's goodness with people who refuse to listen? And how can they help their misguided neighbors see the real villain in their midst? Perfect for a cozy read-aloud, this modern parable about the magic of stories and kindness features a splendid new cover and a readers' discussion guide.Book Details
- Publisher: Algonquin Young Readers
- Publish Date: Oct 31st, 2023
- Pages: 416
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 8.20in - 5.50in - 0.90in - 0.70lb
- EAN: 9781643754017
- Recommended age: 09-12
- Categories: • Fantasy & Magic• Family - Orphans & Foster Homes• Monsters
About the Author
Barnhill, Kelly: -
Kelly Barnhill lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children. She is the author of four novels, most recently The Girl Who Drank the Moon, winner of the 2017 John Newbery Medal. She is also the winner of the World Fantasy Award and has been a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award, a Nebula Award, and the PEN/USA literary prize. Visit her online at kellybarnhill.com or on Twitter: @kellybarnhill.
Critics’ reviews
Praise for this book
A New York Times Bestseller
Shortlisted for the National Book Award in Young People's Literature
An Amazon Best of the Year honoree
A Publisher's Weekly Best Book of 2022
A 2023 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults "An exquisite fantasy tale ... Whether you've been counting the months, weeks and days or are brand-new to Barnhill's sharp, word-perfect prose and classical yet fresh storytelling, you're going to love this standalone fantasy."
--BookPage, "2022 Preview: Most Anticipated Children's Books" "As exquisite as it is moving."
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "The reader is immediately tossed into this fantasy ... The Mayor is a fantastic (though loathsome) villain, oozing charisma and evil in equal measures ... . It is fortunate that her tinkering with fairy tales and fables helped open a path to this novel that champions kindness in a very dark world."
--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review) "Barnhill's gift for storytelling immediately draws readers into this character-driven tale where dragons lurk, crows prove great friends, and an unusual narrator relays events with a unique perspective. These fairy-tale trappings cloak modern lessons and timeless ideals that readers will do well to take to heart, no matter their age."
--Booklist (starred review) "Newbery Medalist Barnhill incorporates ancient stories, crow linguistics, and a history of dragonkind into an ambitious, fantastical sociopolitical allegory that asks keen questions about the nature of time, the import of community care, and what makes a neighbor."
--Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Deeply moving and often hilarious, The Ogress and the Orphans will encourage readers to live by the Ogress's adage: 'The more you give, the more you have.' Newbery Award-winner Barnhill spins a charming, impactful fairy tale about the dangers of division and the power of empathy." --Shelf Awareness (starred review) "A delightful tale with dragons, ogres, and orphans that is sure to have readers turning pages to see what happens next. ... Characters from the town of Stone in the Glen are well developed and engaging. ... Well written and engaging, this title is sure to please readers of all ages as it teaches valuable lessons on acceptance."
--Youth Services Book Review "Readers of all ages will love it. 5/5 stars."
--YA Books Central Praise for The Girl Who Drank the Moon: 2017 Newbery Medal Winner
A New York Times Bestseller
A New York Public Library Best Book of 2016
A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2016 "Impossible to put down . . . The Girl Who Drank the Moon is as exciting and layered as classics like Peter Pan or The Wizard of Oz."
--The New York Times Book Review "A gorgeously written fantasy about a girl who becomes "enmagicked" after the witch who saves her from death feeds her moonlight."
--People "With compelling, beautiful prose, Kelly Barnhill spins the enchanting tale of a kindly witch who accidentally gives a normal baby magic powers, then decides to raise her as her own."
--EW.com, The Best Middle-Grade Books of 2016 "Guaranteed to enchant, enthrall, and enmagick . . . Replete with traditional motifs, this nontraditional fairy tale boasts sinister and endearing characters, magical elements, strong storytelling, and unleashed forces."
--Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Rich with multiple plotlines that culminate in a suspenseful climax, characters of inspiring integrity, a world with elements of both whimsy and treachery, and prose that melds into poetry. A sure bet for anyone who enjoys a truly fantastic story."
--Booklist, starred review "An expertly woven and enchanting offering."
--School Library Journal, starred review "Barnhill crafts another captivating fantasy, this time in the vein of Into the Woods . . . Barnhill delivers an escalating plot filled with foreshadowing, well-developed characters, and a fully realized setting, all highlighting her lyrical storytelling."
--Publishers Weekly, starred review
Shortlisted for the National Book Award in Young People's Literature
An Amazon Best of the Year honoree
A Publisher's Weekly Best Book of 2022
A 2023 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults "An exquisite fantasy tale ... Whether you've been counting the months, weeks and days or are brand-new to Barnhill's sharp, word-perfect prose and classical yet fresh storytelling, you're going to love this standalone fantasy."
--BookPage, "2022 Preview: Most Anticipated Children's Books" "As exquisite as it is moving."
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "The reader is immediately tossed into this fantasy ... The Mayor is a fantastic (though loathsome) villain, oozing charisma and evil in equal measures ... . It is fortunate that her tinkering with fairy tales and fables helped open a path to this novel that champions kindness in a very dark world."
--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review) "Barnhill's gift for storytelling immediately draws readers into this character-driven tale where dragons lurk, crows prove great friends, and an unusual narrator relays events with a unique perspective. These fairy-tale trappings cloak modern lessons and timeless ideals that readers will do well to take to heart, no matter their age."
--Booklist (starred review) "Newbery Medalist Barnhill incorporates ancient stories, crow linguistics, and a history of dragonkind into an ambitious, fantastical sociopolitical allegory that asks keen questions about the nature of time, the import of community care, and what makes a neighbor."
--Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Deeply moving and often hilarious, The Ogress and the Orphans will encourage readers to live by the Ogress's adage: 'The more you give, the more you have.' Newbery Award-winner Barnhill spins a charming, impactful fairy tale about the dangers of division and the power of empathy." --Shelf Awareness (starred review) "A delightful tale with dragons, ogres, and orphans that is sure to have readers turning pages to see what happens next. ... Characters from the town of Stone in the Glen are well developed and engaging. ... Well written and engaging, this title is sure to please readers of all ages as it teaches valuable lessons on acceptance."
--Youth Services Book Review "Readers of all ages will love it. 5/5 stars."
--YA Books Central Praise for The Girl Who Drank the Moon: 2017 Newbery Medal Winner
A New York Times Bestseller
A New York Public Library Best Book of 2016
A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2016 "Impossible to put down . . . The Girl Who Drank the Moon is as exciting and layered as classics like Peter Pan or The Wizard of Oz."
--The New York Times Book Review "A gorgeously written fantasy about a girl who becomes "enmagicked" after the witch who saves her from death feeds her moonlight."
--People "With compelling, beautiful prose, Kelly Barnhill spins the enchanting tale of a kindly witch who accidentally gives a normal baby magic powers, then decides to raise her as her own."
--EW.com, The Best Middle-Grade Books of 2016 "Guaranteed to enchant, enthrall, and enmagick . . . Replete with traditional motifs, this nontraditional fairy tale boasts sinister and endearing characters, magical elements, strong storytelling, and unleashed forces."
--Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Rich with multiple plotlines that culminate in a suspenseful climax, characters of inspiring integrity, a world with elements of both whimsy and treachery, and prose that melds into poetry. A sure bet for anyone who enjoys a truly fantastic story."
--Booklist, starred review "An expertly woven and enchanting offering."
--School Library Journal, starred review "Barnhill crafts another captivating fantasy, this time in the vein of Into the Woods . . . Barnhill delivers an escalating plot filled with foreshadowing, well-developed characters, and a fully realized setting, all highlighting her lyrical storytelling."
--Publishers Weekly, starred review