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Red Comet Press LLC
ISBN-10
1636550061
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9781636550060
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Book Title
Secret of the Magic Pearl
Number of Pages
92 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Animals / Marine Life, Fantasy & Magic, Action & Adventure / General, General
Publication Year
2021
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Yes, Bruno, Iacopo
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Juvenile Fiction
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Hardcover
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0.7 in
Item Weight
17 Oz
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9.2 in
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8 in
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Praise for The Secret of the Magic Pearl : A 2021 Booklist Editors'' Choice A Best Middle-Grade Book of the Year 2021 - Kirkus Reviews Best Middle-Grade Nature Book of 2021 - Kirkus Reviews " Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way . Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner''s translation from Italian. Bruno''s intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Hector is an appealing and adorable protagonist, and the glowing descriptions bring the bustling seaside town fully to life. Bruno''s accompanying illustrations are an absolute delight . . . An exceptional story that will have young readers longing for the sea." -- Booklist, starred review "Sabatinelli, making her children''s debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review ". . . a handsome book, printed in gorgeous, rich-hued colors, with a thoughtful hero, a first-rate villain, magic, adventure, and a convincing happy ending." -- The Horn Book Magazine "This book has all the trappings of a splendid adventure tale , but it''s Iacopo Bruno''s illustrations that make it a truly enchanting read . . . adventure, danger and a well-earned happily ever after. Readers are in for a unique treat ." -- BookPage " Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" -- Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening , wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." -- Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People''s Literature " A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." -- Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It''s a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery , paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations ." -- Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Adventure, wisdom, beauty, dreams, it''s all here in this shining pearl of a book, picture perfect for a bedtime read-aloud for your seven/eight-year-old." -- Avi , Newbery Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog " Wonderfully imaginative, magical, and bursting with superb illustrations . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is everything an excellent story should be and more ." - Books to Borrow - Books to Buy , syndicated column, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" - Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli, making her children's debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Starred Review, Publishers Weekly "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal winner "Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" - Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It's a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery, paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations." - Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Adventure, wisdom, beauty, dreams, it's all here in this shining pearl of a book, picture perfect for a bedtime read-aloud for your seven/eight-year-old." - Avi , Newbery Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" - Starred Review, Kirkus Sabatinelli, making her children's debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Starred Review, Publishers Weekly "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal winner "Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" - Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It's a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery, paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations." - Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal Winner "Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" - Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal Winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog, Praise for The Secret of the Magic Pearl : A 2021 Booklist Editors'' Choice One of Kirkus Reviews 150 Most Anticipated Fall Books One of 8 Middle Grade Books to Read this Fall - Kirkus Reviews " Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way . Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner''s translation from Italian. Bruno''s intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Hector is an appealing and adorable protagonist, and the glowing descriptions bring the bustling seaside town fully to life. Bruno''s accompanying illustrations are an absolute delight . . . An exceptional story that will have young readers longing for the sea." -- Booklist, starred review "Sabatinelli, making her children''s debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "This book has all the trappings of a splendid adventure tale , but it''s Iacopo Bruno''s illustrations that make it a truly enchanting read . . . adventure, danger and a well-earned happily ever after. Readers are in for a unique treat ." -- BookPage " Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" -- Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening , wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." -- Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People''s Literature " A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." -- Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It''s a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery , paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations ." -- Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Adventure, wisdom, beauty, dreams, it''s all here in this shining pearl of a book, picture perfect for a bedtime read-aloud for your seven/eight-year-old." -- Avi , Newbery Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog " Wonderfully imaginative, magical, and bursting with superb illustrations . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is everything an excellent story should be and more ." - Books to Borrow - Books to Buy , syndicated column, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" - Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli, making her children's debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Starred Review, Publishers Weekly "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal winner "Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" - Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It's a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery, paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations." - Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Adventure, wisdom, beauty, dreams, it's all here in this shining pearl of a book, picture perfect for a bedtime read-aloud for your seven/eight-year-old." - Avi, Newbery Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" - Starred Review, Kirkus "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal winner "Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" - Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It's a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery, paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations." - Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog, Praise for The Secret of the Magic Pearl : A 2021 Booklist Editors'' Choice A 2022 Capitol Choices Book A Best Middle-Grade Book of the Year 2021 - Kirkus Reviews " Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way . Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner''s translation from Italian. Bruno''s intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Hector is an appealing and adorable protagonist, and the glowing descriptions bring the bustling seaside town fully to life. Bruno''s accompanying illustrations are an absolute delight . . . An exceptional story that will have young readers longing for the sea." -- Booklist, starred review "Sabatinelli, making her children''s debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review ". . . a handsome book, printed in gorgeous, rich-hued colors, with a thoughtful hero, a first-rate villain, magic, adventure, and a convincing happy ending." -- The Horn Book Magazine "This book has all the trappings of a splendid adventure tale , but it''s Iacopo Bruno''s illustrations that make it a truly enchanting read . . . adventure, danger and a well-earned happily ever after. Readers are in for a unique treat ." -- BookPage " Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" -- Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening , wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." -- Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People''s Literature " A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." -- Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It''s a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery , paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations ." -- Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Adventure, wisdom, beauty, dreams, it''s all here in this shining pearl of a book, picture perfect for a bedtime read-aloud for your seven/eight-year-old." -- Avi , Newbery Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog " Wonderfully imaginative, magical, and bursting with superb illustrations . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is everything an excellent story should be and more ." - Books to Borrow - Books to Buy , syndicated column "On his first underwater dive, Hector finds the remarkable magic pearl that protects the divers and fisherfolk of his Italian coastal community. Vivid descriptions, glorious illustrations, and delightful details accompany this tale of a courageous child who must confront the greed of others. " - 2022 Capitol Choices Citation., "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" - Starred Review, Kirkus "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal Winner "Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" - Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal Winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It's a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery, paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations." - Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal Winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal Winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog, Praise for The Secret of the Magic Pearl : A 2021 Booklist Editors'' Choice A Best Middle-Grade Book of the Year 2021 - Kirkus Reviews Best Middle-Grade Nature Book of 2021 - Kirkus Reviews " Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way . Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner''s translation from Italian. Bruno''s intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Hector is an appealing and adorable protagonist, and the glowing descriptions bring the bustling seaside town fully to life. Bruno''s accompanying illustrations are an absolute delight . . . An exceptional story that will have young readers longing for the sea." -- Booklist, starred review "Sabatinelli, making her children''s debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "This book has all the trappings of a splendid adventure tale , but it''s Iacopo Bruno''s illustrations that make it a truly enchanting read . . . adventure, danger and a well-earned happily ever after. Readers are in for a unique treat ." -- BookPage " Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" -- Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening , wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." -- Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People''s Literature " A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." -- Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It''s a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery , paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations ." -- Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Adventure, wisdom, beauty, dreams, it''s all here in this shining pearl of a book, picture perfect for a bedtime read-aloud for your seven/eight-year-old." -- Avi , Newbery Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog " Wonderfully imaginative, magical, and bursting with superb illustrations . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is everything an excellent story should be and more ." - Books to Borrow - Books to Buy , syndicated column, "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Starred Review, Kirkus, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" - Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli, making her children's debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Starred Review, Publishers Weekly "This book has all the trappings of a splendid adventure tale, but it's Iacopo Bruno's illustrations that make it a truly enchanting read. . . adventure, danger and a well-earned happily ever after. Readers are in for a unique treat." - BookPage "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal winner "Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" - Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It's a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery, paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations." - Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Adventure, wisdom, beauty, dreams, it's all here in this shining pearl of a book, picture perfect for a bedtime read-aloud for your seven/eight-year-old." - Avi , Newbery Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog "Wonderfully imaginative, magical, and bursting with superb illustrations. The Secret of the Magic Pearl is everything an excellent story should be and more." - Books to Borrow - Books to Buy, syndicated column, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka, First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal Winner, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" - Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli, making her children's debut, narrates deliberately, swinging between reflection and adventure. Diving scenes and undersea sensations are vividly described, all translated with skill and flair by Turner. Bruno drafts characters and scenery with polished elegance; hand-drawn chapter heading banners, labeled vignettes, and brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel." -- Starred Review, Publishers Weekly "This book has all the trappings of a splendid adventure tale, but it's Iacopo Bruno's illustrations that make it a truly enchanting read. . . adventure, danger and a well-earned happily ever after. Readers are in for a unique treat." - BookPage "Looking for a mysterious, fascinating, frightening, wonderful, perfectly illustrated tale from the depths of the sea? You are in luck. The Magic Pearl is calling you." - Jon Scieszka , First National Ambassador of Youth People's Literature "A magical story book tale with heart and soul. Each radiant page turns like a wave reaching the shore to reveal its truth and beauty--and even a pearl of humanity." - Jack Gantos , Newbery Medal winner "Beautifully illustrated with magical pictures by Iacopo Bruno, this Italian fantasy by Elisa Sabatinelli takes us to a village out of time with a boy who loves the ocean and dreams of diving like his father and grandfather before him. Keep an eye out for this book and the other titles from Red Comet! Bravo!" - Brian Selznick , Caldecott Medal winner "After reading The Secret of the Magic Pearl, I want to move straight to the tiny Italian fishing village where its hero Hector lives, and become a deep sea diver like him. It's a charming book, spiked with excitement and mystery, paced for extended sitting, and generously illuminated with lush and lively illustrations." - Paul O. Zelinsky , Caldecott Medal winner "Adventure, wisdom, beauty, dreams, it's all here in this shining pearl of a book, picture perfect for a bedtime read-aloud for your seven/eight-year-old." - Avi , Newbery Medal winner "Definitely a book to spend time with, not just reading but thoroughly combing through the illustrations, relishing all the details from beginning to end. . . The Secret of the Magic Pearl is a chapter book that combines past and present in a magical story. It will enchant readers in the same way that stories by Kate DiCamillo do." - Randomly Reading Blog "Wonderfully imaginative, magical, and bursting with superb illustrations. The Secret of the Magic Pearl is everything an excellent story should be and more." - Books to Borrow - Books to Buy , syndicated column, "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way." -- Starred Review, Kirkus "Sabatinelli provides Hector with a voice that soars with lilting, expressive language, losing nothing in Turner's translation from Italian. Bruno's intensely bright, sharply hued illustrations are a tour de force" -- Starred Review, Kirkus
Dewey Edition
23
Grade From
First Grade
Grade To
Fifth Grade
Dewey Decimal
853.92
Synopsis
A 2021 Booklist Editors' Choice A 2022 Capitol Choices Book A Best Middle-Grade Book of the Year 2021 - Kirkus Reviews "Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way"-Kirkus Reviews, starred review "An absolute delight . . . An exceptional story that will have young readers longing for the sea." --Booklist, starred review Publishers Weekly, starred review Dive below the waves to where the real adventure begins. Hector lives with his family at the Marina in an Italian coastal town where they organize tourist expeditions to explore the many wonders of the sea. Hector's dream is to become a deep-sea diver, just like his father. Then, one day, an unscrupulous entrepreneur opens a much newer center next door, forcing them to close their business. This man has a single purpose, to find the legendary Pearl in order to sell it and make money. Hector decides to find a way to thwart the plan and save what matters most to him: the sea, his family, and his dream., Age range 6 to 9 Dive below the waves to where the real adventure begins. Hector lives with his family at the Marina in an Italian coastal town where they organise tourist expeditions to explore the many wonders of the sea. Hector's dream is to become a deep-sea diver, just like his father. Then, one day, an unscrupulous entrepreneur opens a much newer centre next door, forcing them to close their business. This man has a single purpose, to find the legendary Pearl in order to sell it and make money. Hector decides to find a way to thwart the plan and save what matters most to him: the sea, his family, and his dream. 'Beautiful, remarkable, amazing, and wonderful in every way.' --Kirkus Review, starred review 'Brilliant colors give the pages a luxe feel.' -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
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PZ7.1.S15Se 2021
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