by E. L. Koingsburg
Claudia, like all young people at some point, wants to run away. She's aware enough to know that roughing it isn't for her, so she decides to run to the Metropolitan Museum of Art with her brother Jamie. While there, she comes across an angel reputed to have been carved my Michelangelo. She and Jaime make it their mission (mostly at Claudia's insistence) to discover the statues true origins. Eventually they contact the owner of the statue (Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler) to discover the truth. The eccentric woman shows Claudia that the precious statue has been filling the same need that caused her to run away in the first place, and give her the insight to return home.
Audience
This book is slower paced but very witty. Those who like action wouldn't care for this, but the mystery was enough to keep me going. The story is told my Mrs. Frankweiler whose style is very sharp and enjoyable. It's typical to be introduced to this one in 4th grade.
What I Love About This Book
I thought it was mostly a story of self discovery. It's funny and lighthearted, but I think most children can relate with Claudia and her undefinable need.
Cautions
Two main characters have no qualms about cheating. Also, the children run away and come back with no regrets about the pain they caused their loved ones.
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