Fun take on storms (e.g. raindrops sound like a thousand ponies) by local author.

I liked this a lot but found the resolution too convenient and pat. Without giving anything away, there's a big switcheroo at the end that cuts the legs out from the impressive emotional depths reached earlier in the novel. Highly recommended for young Western fans (even if this native Oregonian questions whether Wisconsin is "the West"), especially those interested in a strong female protagonist. Georgie is a great character and one I really liked spending time with. Her voice really came alive on the page. I bet an audiobook would be fantastic. OCH reminded me of books I loved as a kid and I hope kids find it and like it too.

Some of the material misses but overall it's a welcome return of the Kids in the Hall's unique brand of absurdity. Was pleasantly surprised that the group's dynamic has aged so gracefully.

This book won't be for everyone. It's often very dark and the villains are irredeemably bad. But for fans of Victorian Gothic novels it'll be a pip.

Reads like a better plotted, child's version of The Night Circus.

Quvenzhane Wallis is stunning (and adorable!) as a six year old, near orphan living in an isolated and impoverished bayou community. More character than plot driven, this film won't be for everyone. Gritty and often quite dark but with many poetic moments and some great imagery.