LitPick Review
It starts with a question, a mysterious fortune, and, of course, an elephant. In easy to read prose, DiCamillo weaves together a stream of seemingly unrelated events to create a breath-taking novel perfect for all ages.
The story revolves around Peter Augustus Duchene, a young orphaned boy who lives with a near senile man in a bustling town two centuries ago. As Peter is out running errands for the day, he can't help but to ask a question of a fortune teller he sees. The cryptic answer Peter receives leads him on an adventure that would change not only his life, but the lives of everyone around him. Emphasizing the universal themes of hope, faith, and love, The Magician's Elephant is the perfect book for anyone looking for a heartwarming story.
Opinion:
Anyone who loved DiCamillo's The Tale of Despereaux will enjoy The Magician's Elephant. It is an enthralling book, and once you begin reading you will not want to stop. Believable characters and a multitude of sub-plots make the book not only interesting, but also a work of art. The way DiCamillo weaves together the stories of so many is brilliant. Read The Magician's Elephant-you won't be disappointed.
