This is a great rendition of Victorian literature. I wasn't aware this was a modern book until after I finished reading it. A compelling and heartfelt story that is centered around two orphaned siblings. Tender and touching. A testament to family and a celebration of the Christmas spirit.

I was a huge fan of Edgar Allan Poe when I was a kid, so I was looking forward to this one. I will say that I enjoyed the accompanying art. However, I wasn't much of a fan of the writing. The rhyming and meter felt strained. And the tone was a bit dull and morbid. There were a number of references to classic pieces of literature; and, while these might appeal to literary scholars, they don't contribute much to the story and seem very out of place in a book recommended for 5-18 year old readers.

A classic Christmas story from 1958. Unlike many classics, this book has book stood the test of time fairly well.

Rich narration and authentic dialogue are both very evocative of the time and region that this story takes place. I had a clear picture in my mind of the area and the characters—almost like a glimpse back into history.

Wow. This book tells the story of a boy's life leading up to and during the Korean War. Impactful and moving. Lee absolutely captures the bleakness of life as a refugee of war. Harrowing and emotional with a tear-jerker ending.

This novel-in-verse tells the story of a Taiwanese family who immigrates to America. Told through the eyes of the daughter.