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From Publishers Weekly
A Newfoundland dog becomes the focus of a rich man's plot to keep its owner in his employ. PW called the novel, set in 1912, "atmospheric and briskly paced." Ages 8-12.
Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
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Grade 4-7-Harlow's descriptive prose clearly evokes images of the Newfoundland coast and life in 1912, and she carefully incorporates folklore of the region into her story. Maggie, 12, is determined to keep her beloved Newfoundland, Sirius, in spite of a new law that bans all but sheepdogs from this sheep-raising community. The characters are drawn with a heavy hand and are either evil or good at the beginning. Maggie's determination makes her the most interesting and endearing character. Howard Rand, the wealthiest man in town, is the villain who champions the law that threatens Sirius's very existence. Obvious foreshadowing shows the canine's bravery and amazing abilities to perform rescues from raging sea conditions. How convenient that the dog is able to save Mr. Rand's older daughter and grandchild from almost certain death when the steamer they are on crashes into some rocks close to shore. At this point, Rand mellows, and he withdraws his opposition to Sirius. Even his nasty younger daughter, Maggie's nemesis, comes around in the end. It's unfortunate that the story and the changes in the mean characters are so predictable. Still, in spite of its shortcomings, the book will be a popular choice among readers who love dog stories.
Renee Steinberg, Fieldstone Middle School, Montvale, NJ
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Renee Steinberg, Fieldstone Middle School, Montvale, NJ
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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A FLOCK OF HUGE BLACK BIRDS SOARED, GATHERED, then landed one after another in the trees near Maggie. Read the first page
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5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the best books i have ever read!,
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This review is from: Star in the Storm (Hardcover)
Star in the Storm was really adventurous. Star in the storm is the kind of book that is not easy to put down. i would recommend this book to anybody who loves a happy ending or anyone who loves dog stories where the dog doesn't die. I think star in the storm is a great story.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautifully Crafted,
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This review is from: Star in the Storm (Hardcover)
Because I've read rave reviews of Star in the Storm, (and some of the "disappointing" reviews here on Amazon) I read the story with a a critical eye. I found myself drawn into a beautifully crafted story with one main character which made the book easy-to-read and focused for the age level. The historical aspects and descriptions of Newfoundland are fascinating and undoubtedly accurate. The dog is a lovable and loyal companion. My students are totally engrossed in the book and I can see why it has nominated and won so many awards, including many states' "Readers' Choice." (Here in Michigan 4th and 5th graders have chosen STAR IN THE STORM as their favorite book -- hands down!) This book is exciting with cliffhangers ending each chapter which encourages young readers to keep on reading! More importantly it shows a child making a self-sacrificing descision. Children will grow and identify with this unselfish girl and they will cheer as she makes the right choices. I'm reading Ms. Harlow's JOSHUA'S SONG now and while it is different from STAR IN THE STORM, it is another well-crafted story with an intruging protagonist who must make hard choices, too. Writing is an art, and these books are works of art in every sense.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Very Predictable,
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This review is from: Star in the Storm (Paperback)
This book was ok, but a bit dry & predictable.I recently read to my son another book about a Newfoundland dog that he enjoyed better called "Wild Man Island" by Will Hobbs. It is fast paced w/out being confusing.
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