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| Original Title: | The Willoughbys |
| ISBN: | 0618979743 (ISBN13: 9780618979745) |
| Edition Language: | English |
| Literary Awards: | E.B. White Read Aloud Award Nominee (2009), Massachusetts Book Award Nominee for Children's/Young Adult Literature (2009), Iowa Children's Choice Award Nominee (2011) |
Lois Lowry
Hardcover | Pages: 174 pages Rating: 3.78 | 11604 Users | 2005 Reviews
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Soon to be an animated film starring Ricky Gervais, Maya Rudolph, Terry Crews, Martin Short, Jane Krakowski, and Sean Cullen!Abandoned by their ill-humored parents to the care of an odious nanny, Tim, the twins, Barnaby A and Barnaby B, and their sister, Jane, attempt to fulfill their roles as good old-fashioned children. Following the models set in lauded tales from A Christmas Carol to Mary Poppins, the four Willoughbys hope to attain their proscribed happy ending too, or at least a satisfyingly maudlin one. However, it is an unquestionably ruthless act that sets in motion the transformations that lead to their salvation and to happy endings for not only the four children, but their nanny, an abandoned baby, a candy magnate, and his long-lost son too. Replete with a tongue-in-cheek glossary and bibliography, this hilarious and decidedly old-fashioned parody pays playful homage to classic works of children’s literature.
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| Title | : | The Willoughbys |
| Author | : | Lois Lowry |
| Book Format | : | Hardcover |
| Book Edition | : | Anniversary Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 174 pages |
| Published | : | March 31st 2008 by HMH Books for Young Readers |
| Categories | : | Fiction. Childrens. Middle Grade. Humor. Young Adult. Juvenile |
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Ratings: 3.78 From 11604 Users | 2005 ReviewsEvaluate Containing Books The Willoughbys
The Willoughbys is a short novel about a group of kids who decide to become orphans. However, their plans are interrupted when their parents leave and find a nanny to keep an eye on her. I was quite surprised with how much I enjoyed reading this book. I've read it in a couple of hours, and I was left with wanting to read more about the adventures of these kids. A short and hilarious novel that brought me back into the days when I was a kid.This one's only about 140 pages so by the end it *might* feel a tiny bit fleeting and superficial. I don't think that's a bad thing at all, though. It's super fun to read and I lovvvved the black humor and the way some of the characters are really just horrible and hilarious. I wonder if there'll be a sequel. If so, I wants it.
This has been a very fun read even though I can totally imagine some readers frowning and scowling while turning over the pages."The Willoughbys" is totally a satire of old-fashioned children's books, from its title to its characters and events. Moreover, you get references from all the popular children's novels' characters like Mary Poppins, Anna from Green Gables, Mary Lennox from The Secret Garden, Hansel and Gretel etc. It was amusing to notice the stark difference the writer has drawn. The
This book was an odd but interesting idea. A story where everything possible, melodramatic, and old-fashioned happens all at once. I picked it up because of the hilarious description, the unique author's bio, and the adorable cover. It ended up being more odd than funny and could have used just a touch more tongue-in-cheek humor. ;) There were still some likable things about it particularly the baby and the appendices. Because of the general theme and some slight scatological humor, I would
Esteemed writer Lois Lowry offers a humorous if irreverent take on old fashioned stories.All the characters are conscious of being in an old fashioned story, so they try to do old fashioned things. The narrative is not subtle in featuring elements from Pollyanna, Heidi, Jane Eyre, Huckleberry Finn, Anne of Green Gables, A Christmas Carol, James and the Giant Peach, Little Women, Mary Poppins and The Secret Garden.It is highly irreverent, and may only be suitable for well read children who are
This is one of the best things I've read all year. It is my new favorite book. So smart and funny, I read it with--I swear--a real smile on my face the entire time AND I laughed out loud. That might have had something to do with the small kitten I have who fell asleep upside down on my shoulder while I was reading it but not entirely. I want to own this book (mine came from the library) and to give it to everyone I know, especially any children I know. Hmm... I was hooked when I read the
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