Arabel's Raven

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Summary: Just for kids? Nevermore!
Review: I am 19 years old, and first came across this book at a thrift store. The cover depicted a small girl with a pan on her head holding the handle of a red wagon in which was perched a raven wearing a dishtowel. I was immediately intrigued. The story of Arabel and Mortimer is one that I have read over and over and over, and I still laugh aloud each time I read it. This book is absolutely marvellous, and I was constantly telling friends to read it. Unfortunately, I lost my copy, and lo and behold! It's out of print...but this is a book I'll be buying again as soon as possible. It is hilarious, weird, crazy, and just great. It should be read by everyone.

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Summary: Still available in the UK
Review: I have loved this book since I was a kid. I suppose it was strange for a second-grader to go about saying 'nevermore', but this book started a fascination with ravens for me. I still want my own Mortimer! I was in London recently and the book is available (the paperback doesn't have the Arabel & Mortimer in a red wagon cover) or alternatively it's available from amazon.co.uk

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Summary: Great for all ages!
Review: When I was in fourth grade, my teacher gave me a copy of this book for Christmas. I read it over and over, and my copy is well-worn and loved. No matter what your age (and I'm now 27) it is a funny and witty book. When I was 10, I didn't get the whole Raven "Nevermore" thing, but that makes it all the funnier!