“...working-class grittiness, Irish blarney, Ottawa Valley tall tales and deadpan satire all rolled implausibly into one plausible, irresistible romp.” — Michele Landsberg
Description
A Phoenix Honor Award Book
Young Tommy is seeing Angel Square through new eyes since his best friend's father was beaten up just because he's Jewish. Brian Doyle brings his award-winning blend of humor and wisdom to bear in this mystery that confronts the issue of racial hatred.
Released1987
LanguageEnglish
PublisherGroundwood Books Ltd
ISBN9781554980000
SellerAnansi
About the author(s)
Brian Doyle is the award-winning author of many beloved children's books. He lives in Chelsea, Quebec.
Reviews
“...written with a stunning simplicity that belies the mischief, humor and poignancy of the tale. Engrossing language and unpredictable twists of plot and emotion will open a world of story and adventure.” — Kitchener-Waterloo Record
“Doyle has an eye for detail, and his writing style is appealing, with short crisp sentences.” — School Library Journal
“Doyle's finest book to date...” — Ottawa Citizen
“It is hard to imagine a novel delivering more to the young reader than Angel Square. It is funny and fast-paced...teeming with sentimentality...” — Reader's Guide to the Canadian Novel
