Raymie Nightingale by Kate Dicamillo
New York Times bestselling author Kate DiCamillo returns to her roots with a moving yet witty story of an unforgettable summer friendship. For fans of Jacqueline Wilson, David Almond and Katherine Rundell. In her seventh novel, international bestselling author and twice winner of the prestigious Newbery Medal Kate DiCamillo tells a masterful story that blends pathos and humour. Raymie Clarke has come to realize that everything, absolutely everything, depends on her. And she has a plan. If Raymie can win the Little Miss Central Florida Tire competition, then her father – who has run away with a dental hygienist – will see Raymie’s picture in the paper and (maybe) come home. To win, not only does Raymie have to do good deeds and learn how to twirl a baton, but she has to compete with the wispy, frequently fainting Louisiana Elefante with her show-business background and the fiery, stubborn Beverly Tapinski, who’s determined to sabotage the contest. But as the competition approaches, loneliness, loss and unanswerable questions draw the three girls into an unlikely friendship – and challenge them to come to each other’s rescue in unexpected ways.
Kate di Camillo’s vivid writing brings a sparkling cast of characters to life in her latest novel… Kate diCamillo’s vivid writing brings a sparkling cast of characters to life in her latest novel* Bookrapt *
Raymie Nightingale is an up-lifting, soul-expanding story. It fills you up with happiness. It’s a story of an unexpected, life-changing friendship, packed with unforgettable characters. Kate DiCamillo’s writing is beautiful. * Bookrapt *
Raymie Nightingale is an up-lifting, soul-expanding story. It fills you up with happiness. It’s a story of an unexpected, life-changing friendship, packed with unforgettable characters. Kate DiCamillo’s writing is beautiful. * My Best Friends are Books *
Deeply moving, philosophical and thought-provoking, Kate Di Camillo, two time recipient of the Newbery Medal, always produces spectacular work. She captures the purity of child characters’ voices and thoughts, and leaves the reader enraptured by the strength of insight and emotion that pours through her work without it being sentimental. * Buzzwords *
It is a simply written tale, and the naivete of the children and their responses to poverty, marriage breakdowns, death and their own difficult circumstances are dealt with in a gently humorous way that makes the story entertaining and accessible for a young reader. * Read Plus *
I absolutely loved it and it really left me feeling warm and fuzzy inside! * Readings *
DiCamillo’s simple prose is so elegant and delightful, offering a meditation on life, death, and friendship in such a way that will enthral younger readers, and adults alike. * Boomerang Books *
Beautifully written, this tale is most appealing in detailing the lives of three young girls who do not quite fit in and are certainly not what they seem. The story evokes understanding and pathos, sympathy and humour as The Three Rancheros set out to right some wrongs. * Read Plus *
There’s lots of humour, snappy dialogue from quirky characters, tension as we grow to care about Raymie and her potentially flawed plan and overall, that immensely satisfying feeling of being completely drawn into someone’s world. * The Book Chook *
This is a sweet story that is quite moving in its emotional honesty. * Otago Daily Times *
Raymie Nightingale is an up-lifting, soul-expanding story. It fills you up with happiness. It’s a story of an unexpected, life-changing friendship, packed with unforgettable characters. Kate DiCamillo’s writing is beautiful. * Bookrapt *
Raymie Nightingale is an up-lifting, soul-expanding story. It fills you up with happiness. It’s a story of an unexpected, life-changing friendship, packed with unforgettable characters. Kate DiCamillo’s writing is beautiful. * My Best Friends are Books *
Deeply moving, philosophical and thought-provoking, Kate Di Camillo, two time recipient of the Newbery Medal, always produces spectacular work. She captures the purity of child characters’ voices and thoughts, and leaves the reader enraptured by the strength of insight and emotion that pours through her work without it being sentimental. * Buzzwords *
It is a simply written tale, and the naivete of the children and their responses to poverty, marriage breakdowns, death and their own difficult circumstances are dealt with in a gently humorous way that makes the story entertaining and accessible for a young reader. * Read Plus *
I absolutely loved it and it really left me feeling warm and fuzzy inside! * Readings *
DiCamillo’s simple prose is so elegant and delightful, offering a meditation on life, death, and friendship in such a way that will enthral younger readers, and adults alike. * Boomerang Books *
Beautifully written, this tale is most appealing in detailing the lives of three young girls who do not quite fit in and are certainly not what they seem. The story evokes understanding and pathos, sympathy and humour as The Three Rancheros set out to right some wrongs. * Read Plus *
There’s lots of humour, snappy dialogue from quirky characters, tension as we grow to care about Raymie and her potentially flawed plan and overall, that immensely satisfying feeling of being completely drawn into someone’s world. * The Book Chook *
This is a sweet story that is quite moving in its emotional honesty. * Otago Daily Times *
Kate DiCamillo is one of America’s most well-regarded storytellers, author of The Tale of Despereaux and Flora and Ulysses, both of which have been awarded the prestigious Newbery Medal; Because of Winn-Dixie, which received a Newbery Honor; The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, which won a Boston Globe-Horn Book Award; and the bestselling Mercy Watson series. Born in Philadelphia, she grew up in Florida and now lives in Minneapolis, USA, where she faithfully writes two pages a day, five days a week.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781406363135 |
| ISBN 10 | 1406363138 |
| Title | Raymie Nightingale |
| Author | Kate Dicamillo |
| Series | Three Rancheros |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Walker Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2016-04-12 |
| Number of pages | 272 |
| Prizes | Winner of Parents’ Choice Award 2016 (United States) |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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