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The Children of Horseshoe Hideout
Rebecca Matthews Vorkapich , author
Life with evil Aunt Olga has gone from very bad to worse for 11-year-old Hannah and her brothers, so now Hannah must make a tough decision. She knows she can’t ask for help. Olga has continually warned them that if they dare complain about her, they will be put in separate foster homes. Above all else, they have to stay together. But Hannah is protective of her younger brothers and can’t bear to see them hurt another day. So they pack up their meager belongings, more food than Olga every allowed them, and run away to a world of freedom and adventure. But with only each other to rely on, can they survive all the dangers ahead?
Plot/Idea: 9 out of 10
Originality: 10 out of 10
Prose: 10 out of 10
Character/Execution: 10 out of 10
Overall: 9.75 out of 10
Assessment:
Plot: The author offers a delightfully captivating tale that will engage young readers as Hannah and her brothers do whatever is necessary to stay together. The action unfolds at a steady, even pace, which allows the reader to get to know and identify with all the major characters.
Prose/Style: The author does an effective job creating an age-appropriate story using language ideally suited for the book's intended audience.
Originality: This is a creative and original story, with distinct and memorable characters.
Character Development/Execution: The author does a fine job with characterization, particularly with Hannah and Aunt Olga, who will make readers with loving, kind aunts particularly grateful.
Date Submitted: May 24, 2021
