This is the kind of middle grade novel I love - where plot and character threads come together to make a satisfying whole. Thanks to the pitch perfect voice (which is so different from Oliver's YA writing) and many imaginative touches, LIESL AND PO feels very much like a modern classic in the vein of HOLES. It's definitely one that I'll be recommending widely.
LIESL AND PO is available in hardcover now. Find out more about it on the official website.
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I agree Liesl and Po is such a wonderful story and the illustrations are lovely as well.
The thing about this is I would never have picked up this book because of the title. But because I love Oliver's work, I'll give it a chance. Awful how cover attraction works, isn't it?
Sounds like a delightful children's book! Book Dilettante
I'm really excited for this one. I just ordered it yesterday. Been hearing a lot of great reviews.
Giselle
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I only read a select few MGs a year, but this one sounds amazing. Will be checking it out, thanks!
This sounds fabulous! I'll have to look for it.
Fantastic! I was just saying on Twitter (to Kathy -- Bermuda Onion) that not all MG books are good cross-overs to adults, but this one looks great. Adding it to my list.
I have heard others say that this one is amazing, and I love the cover design as well. It's good to hear that Oliver is able to stretch out of her usual genre into this one with no difficulties. Great thoughts on the book, Lenore!
The cover is so pretty! And I love that it's a middle grade fantasy. This is on my shelf--I've got to read it asap!
Oh wow. I didn't know she'd written a middle grade. And it does sound so different than her YA. I really may have to pick this one up. Thank you, Lenore!
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