{"product_id":"9780062014528","title":"Liesl \u0026 Po","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eLiesl \u0026amp; Po\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Lauren Oliver\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author Lauren Oliver comes a luminous novel that glows with rare magic, ghostly wonders, and a true friendship that lights even the darkest of places. An E. B. White Read-Aloud Honor Book, it’s perfect for fans of the author’s other middle grade novels: \u003cem\u003eThe Spindlers\u003c\/em\u003e and the Curiosity House series. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLiesl lives in a tiny attic bedroom, locked away by her cruel stepmother. Her only friends are the shadows and the mice—until one night a ghost named Po appears from the darkness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat same evening, an alchemist's apprentice named Will makes an innocent mistake that has tremendous consequences for Liesl and Po, and it draws the three of them together on an extraordinary journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e“A wonderfully imaginative, startlingly moving and at times wickedly funny fantasy. With nods to Dahl, Dickens, the Grimms and even Burnett, the author has made something truly original. Acedera’s frequent black-and-white illustrations are a perfect complement. An irresistible read: This book sings.”\u003cbr\u003e“Classic fairy tale elements weave throughout this spirited, old-fashioned adventure. Invigorating and hopeful, this novel testifies to the power of friendship and generosity to conquer greed and depression.”\u003cbr\u003e“With her third book, Lauren Oliver (Before I Fall; Delirium) creates another highly original world, this one for middle-grade readers. Oliver introduces orphans Liesl and Will, a touch of magic, some delectable coincidences, and friendship that stretches from the Living Side to the Other Side.”\u003cbr\u003e“A gorgeous story--timeless and magical.”\u003cbr\u003e“Liesl \u0026amp; Po by Lauren Oliver brings much-needed magic to an increasingly neglected age group. It’s books like this, with its classic quest plot, intertwined with lyrical metaphysics, that can set a child up for life.”\u003cbr\u003e“An absolute delight...Although aimed at younger readers, the lightness of touch and the tenderness of the message could make grown men weep.”\u003cbr\u003ePraise for Before I Fall: “Oliver’s debut novel is raw, emotional, and, at times, beautiful....readers will love Samantha best as she hurtles toward an end as brave as it is heartbreaking.”\u003cbr\u003ePraise for Before I Fall: “Samantha’s attempts to save her life and right the wrongs she has caused are precisely what will draw readers into this complex story and keep them turning pages until Sam succeeds in living her last day the right way.”\u003cbr\u003ePraise for Before I Fall: “Oliver, in a pitch-perfect teen voice, explores the power we have to affect the people around us in this intensely believable first novel...This is a compelling book with a powerful message and should not be missed.”\u003cbr\u003ePraise for Before I Fall: “This story races forward, twisting in a new direction every few pages, its characters spinning my emotions from affection to frustration, anger to compassion. You’ll have no choice but to tear through this book!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eE. B. White Read-Aloud Honor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9780062014528\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":41068936003790,"sku":"9780062014528","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/9780062014528.jpg?v=1648523572","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9780062014528","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}