"Pure enchantment" --The New York Times
"MAGICAL." --The Wall Street Journal
"Perfect for reading aloud or independent reading, this comfortably old-fashioned tale refreshes age-old themes of belonging, friendship, family and the power of story."--San Francisco Chronicle
"A delightfully whimsical tale that begs to be read with a friend. Don't miss Bob." --The Christian Science Monitor
"This is a welcome addition to the middle-grade canon and will likely become a classic. Bob deserves readership beyond middle grade."--San Francisco Book Review
A Chicago Tribute Best Children's Book of the Year
2018 Booklist Youth Editors' Choice
New York City Public Library Notable 100 Best Books for Kids
"Authors Mass and Stead team up for this irresistible tale of magic, mystery, and friendship that poses timeless questions about identity and belonging...a tribute to the power of storytelling.."--Publishers Weekly, starred review
"An unusual fantasy with simplicity, immediacy, and wit."--Booklist, starred review
"Five years ago, Livy left her friend Bob, who she describes as a zombielike creature, in the closet of her grandmother's house in Australia without saying goodbye. Bob has loyally awaited Livy's return, dressed in the chicken suit she made to disguise him, and hopeful about the promise she made to help him find his way home, wherever that may be. ... A perfectly paced plot, supported by secondary characters to whom readers will relate and luminous artwork by Gannon, fill out a story that readers will eagerly embrace."--School Library Journal, starred review
"Offer[s] just the right blend of mystery and cozy magic in a rewarding story about how friendships--and people--evolve over time."--Bookpage
"Perfect for a family read-aloud, this has short chapters, occasional illustrations and a heartwarming conclusion."--Providence Journal
It’s been five years since Livy and her family have visited Livy’s grandmother in Australia. Now that she’s back, Livy has the feeling she’s forgotten something really, really important about Gran’s house.
It turns out she’s right.
Bob, a short, greenish creature dressed in a chicken suit, didn’t forget Livy, or her promise. He’s been waiting five years for her to come back, hiding in a closet like she told him to. He can’t remember who—or what—he is, where he came from, or if he even has a family. But five years ago Livy promised she would help him find his way back home. Now it’s time to keep that promise.
Clue by clue, Livy and Bob will unravel the mystery of where Bob comes from, and discover the kind of magic that lasts forever.
Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead, two masterminds of classic, middle-grade fiction come together to craft this magical story about the enduring power of friendship.
This title has Common Core connections.
„Über diesen Titel“ kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Versand:
Gratis
Innerhalb der USA
Versand:
Gratis
Innerhalb der USA
Anbieter: Reliant Bookstore, El Dorado, KS, USA
Zustand: USED_FAIR. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). This book is a well used but readable copy. Integrity of the book is still intact with no missing pages. May have notes or highlighting. Cover image on the book may vary from photo. Ships out quickly in a secure plastic mailer. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers RDV.1250166624.A
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, USA
Zustand: Acceptable. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 00060688702
Anzahl: 4 verfügbar
Anbieter: Goodwill of Colorado, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, USA
Zustand: Good. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). This item is in overall good condition. Covers and dust jackets are intact but may have minor wear including slight curls or bends to corners as well as cosmetic blemishes including stickers. Pages are intact but may have minor highlighting/ writing. Binding is intact; however, spine may have slight wear overall. Digital codes may not be included and have not been tested to be redeemable and/or active. Minor shelf wear overall. Please note that all items are donated goods and are in used condition. Orders shipped Monday through Friday! Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Orders shipped Monday through Friday. Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Thank you!. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 466WQ1000D3P
Anzahl: 2 verfügbar
Anbieter: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, USA
Zustand: Good. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers U10A-04277
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, USA
Zustand: USED_GOOD. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 15047880-6
Anzahl: 10 verfügbar
Anbieter: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, USA
Zustand: Good. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 15047880-6
Anzahl: 7 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Hardcover. Zustand: USED_GOOD. No Jacket. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.7. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers G1250166624I3N01
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Hardcover. Zustand: USED_VERYGOOD. No Jacket. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.7. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers G1250166624I4N01
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Hardcover. Zustand: USED_GOOD. No Jacket. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). Former library book; Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.7. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers G1250166624I3N11
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, USA
Hardcover. Zustand: USED_VERYGOOD. No Jacket. Gannon, Nicholas (illustrator). Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.7. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers G1250166624I4N01
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar