Monday, August 20, 2007

Skellig by David Almond JFIC Fantasy

When Michael moves into his new home, he cannot help but find himself attracted to the run down garage. He finds a grumpy creature inside with a taste for Chinese food. Michael thinks he is a figment of his imagination until his neighbor Mina can see him too. Who/what is this creature? How can they help him? He becomes a wonderful symbol of the power of faith and hope that Michael has for his sick baby sister. I thought this was a wonderful heartwarming story with a touch of mystery. Good for grades 5 and up.

Food for thought: What do you think Skellig was?

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