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Dear Olly [Illustrated] (Paperback)

by Michael Morpurgo (Author), Christian Birmingham (Illustrator)
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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Collins; New edition edition (4 Jun 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0006753337
  • ISBN-13: 978-0006753339
  • Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 12.4 x 1.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 4,489 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #9 in  Books > Children's Books > Lifestyle & Family Issues
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Age 9-11

Michael Morpurgo has a distinctive writing style that turns the ordinary into the extraordinary with a lyrical twist that make him an undeniable great in the world of children's literature. Here, in Dear Olly, Morpurgo brings one family's story to sparkling life with a stunning simplicity that is at once compelling and poetic in its execution.

Olly's brother Matt has always wanted to be a clown, and when he sees the plight of Africa's children he makes the decision to fly the family nest to take his skill to a place devoid of laughter. To his family it is a travesty: this bright, intelligent boy with a glowing future ups and leaves to head into the unknown, leaving behind him a trail of worry and feelings of impending doom.

Olly is charged with the care of a family of starlings that she and her brother have been watching over in the garden. After Matt's sudden departure the nest is ravaged, leaving just one fledgling alive and stunned. Olly nurses him back to health, and names him Hero. It is Hero's subsequent long and perilous flight to Africa that links the story of Olly, at home with her mother in England, to Matt's new life in Africa. Told in three voices--that of Olly, Hero and Matt--the story spans the continents and delivers love and determination to a poignant, thought-provoking story that stirs the soul.

A beautiful book, brimming with true warmth and dignity, Dear Olly is an unusual work that deserves a space on every child's bookshelf. --Susan Harrison. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.



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...a great and satisfying novel that is never afraid to face the truth
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3.0 out of 5 stars Sensitive story written in three parts ..., 9 Nov 2001
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This review is from: Dear Olly (Paperback)
Olly, her brother Matt & Hero are the star cast of this story which neatly & sensitively draws childrens attention to the war victims of Africa & the on-going problem of landmines.

Well written & easy to read. Provides a good platform for developing readers to expand from.

3 stars probably not enough ... just not enough options to choose.

Enjoy reading.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Marie's Book Review, 4 Mar 2009
I liked this book because although it was sad it was also very moving. I recommend this book to everyone.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Buy a box of tissues!, 4 Jul 2009
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As usual I read the book before I gave it to my grandchild! Loved it. Michael Morpurgo introduces young people to difficult subjects with sensitivity, whilst respecting their intelligence and age related understanding.
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