Twist of Gold

By Michael Morpurgo

Book Overview

An unforgettable tale of struggle, adventure and hope from War Horse author and former Children's Laureate, Michael Morpurgo. 'There's a plague, a fever, call it what you will, sweeping this country,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0670848514
• ISBN13: 9780670848515
• Release Date: March 1993
• Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 1.0" x 5.8"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9

Customer Reviews

Twist of Gold: A Review

This book is extremely good, with pages that will have you hanging on every word. It is about two children who are coming to America, from Ireland because of the famine, in search of their father. They had to leave their mother behind with the baby, and all they have to protect them it a "twist of gold"; a torc that has been in the family for years. From Ireland to California, there are plenty of mishaps and troubles, but also plenty of laughter and good parts. Although it is very tragic, and long, you won't put it down until it's done. I read this book when I was 11, and it has been my favourite ever since. I suggest this book if you want a good full book that will keep you reading for a while!