From Amazon:
Born mute, speaking only in sign, Edgar Sawtelle leads an idyllic life with his parents on their farm in remote northern Wisconsin. For generations, the Sawtelles have raised and trained a fictional breed of dog whose thoughtful companionship is epitomized by Almondine, Edgar's lifelong friend and ally. But with the unexpected return of Claude, Edgar's paternal uncle, turmoil consumes the Sawtelles' once peaceful home. When Edgar's father dies suddenly, Claude insinuates himself into the life of the farm--and into Edgar's mother's affections.
Grief-stricken and bewildered, Edgar tries to prove Claude played a role in his father's death, but his plan backfires--spectacularly. Forced to flee into the vast wilderness lying beyond the farm, Edgar comes of age in the wild, fighting for his survival and that of the three yearling dogs who follow him. But his need to face his father's murderer and his devotion to the Sawtelle dogs turn Edgar ever homeward.
David Wroblewski is a master storyteller, and his breathtaking scenes--the elemental north woods, the sweep of seasons, an iconic American barn, a fateful vision rendered in the falling rain--create a riveting family saga, a brilliant exploration of the limits of language, and a compulsively readable modern classic. |
I've heard of Edgar Sawtelle through Oprah, haha, but it really sounds like a great book. I can't resist bestsellers but the premise sounds amazing, even if it isn't YA. Awesome week for you!
ReplyDeleteWell since it's not stated anywhere I can see, I'm not sure if its YA or not. I'll be able to tell better after I've read it. :-)
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The Summer Secret looks fascinating. I am going to find out more about the book! Thanks!
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They sound like great books, especially Edgar Sawtelle. I hope you enjoy reading them! :)
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ReplyDeleteOoh, great books! I hope you enjoy them. Happy reading! :)
ReplyDeleteYou got two very great looking books this week. I hope you enjoy them
ReplyDeleteI like the cover of A Summer Secret and it sounds wonderful. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteI love Edgar Sawtelle; hope you do as well.
ReplyDeleteI tried to read the Edgar Sawtelle book but I couldn't get into it. The Summer Secret looks great!
ReplyDeleteI've heard of these books and they look good. Enjoy!
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The reviews were so mixed for Edgar Sawtelle, I didn't know what to think. I hope you enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteBoth books look very good! I hope you enjoy them both!
ReplyDeleteI read Edgar Sawtelle and it was only okay for me...I hope you enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteI want to read them both! Great books, hope you enjoy them.
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