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The Magician’s Elephant by Kate DiCamillo is a beautifully written middle grade fantasy novel that will be an enjoyable read for any age. This well-loved children’s book touches on many themes, and the element of magic adds intrigue to the story. It is a spellbinding story that is a must-read for fans of the genre.
Title: The Magician's ElephantAuthor: Kate DiCamillo
Illustrator: Yoko Tanaka
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Genres: Fantasy, Middle Grade
Publication Date: September 8, 2009
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Kate DiCamillo's New York Times best-selling fable about trusting the unexpected and making the extraordinary come true is now available in a movie tie-in edition.
When a fortuneteller's tent appears in the market square of the city of Baltese, orphan Peter Augustus Duchene knows the questions that he needs to ask: Does his sister still live? And if so, how can he find her? The fortuneteller's mysterious answer (an elephant! An elephant will lead him there!) sets off a chain of events so remarkable, so impossible, that you will hardly dare to believe it's true. With atmospheric illustrations by fine artist Yoko Tanaka, this timeless fable from Kate DiCamillo evokes the largest of themes--hope and belonging, desire and compassion--with the lightness of a magician's touch.
❃ I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ❃
Review: The Magician’s Elephant by Kate DiCamillo
When Peter encounters a fortuneteller on his trip to the market, he chooses to spend the money asking the fortuneteller if his sister is alive. The answer Peter is given sends him on a quest to find his sister and makes him question why he was not told the truth. As the story unfolds, Peter makes many discoveries about family, truth, and hope.
❀ Peter is an Interesting Character
Peter is an interesting character who has so much perseverance. Even though his life is quite hard, he has hope and continues with a positive outlook. I really enjoyed following him along his journey and meeting the other intriguing characters he interacts with.
❀ Beautiful Illustrations
The Magician’s Elephant by Kate DiCamillo movie tie-in edition has beautiful illustrations that really bring the story to life. I am excited to watch the Netflix adaptation of the book that much more. I highly recommend adding this book to your to be read list.
About Kate DiCamillo
Kate DiCamillo is the author of Because of Winn-Dixie (a Newbery Honor book), The Tiger Rising (a National Book Award finalist), and The Tale of Despereaux (a Newbery Medal Winner). She recently completed a series of early chapter books about a pig named Mercy Watson. The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane was the winner of the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award. Kate lives and writes in Minneapolis, Minnesota, but she spent much of her childhood in Florida.
About Lori
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This sounds like a wonderful MG book. Of course, I would expect nothing less from Kate DeCamillo. Great review.
I agree! She never disappoints!
This sounds like a wonderful read, Lori! But I’ve got to know… how does the elephant fit in? 😍
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I won’t spoil it for you, but it has something to do with magic. 😉
This sounds like a great book! I love that there is going to be a Netflix adaptation for it. Great review!
Same! I haven’t had time to check it out, but it is in my queue!
I like the summary!
It has a great concept!
That seems such a lovely one!
It absolutely is!
I hadn’t heard of this book before, but now I’m intrigued!
It is a perfect MG story!
I’ve read one book by this author before and it was good. I’ll have to share this with my niece, she’d probably love it!
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It is one that really stays with you. I hope that she enjoys it!
nice cover
I can not wait to check this book out.
We bought this book this week end, so good.
Oh! I am so thrilled to hear that you enjoyed it! 🙂
Any book by Kate DiCamillo is always a treasure! The is a wonderful author!
It sounds very intriguing!
Great review. I read a lot of her books when I was younger. 🙂
This sounds pretty good. Thanks for sharing.
Sounds really cute
I love this author! This book sounds amazing!
This looks like such a cute read.
This looks like a wonderful novel. Thanks for sharing.