The Moorchild Author:Eloise Jarvis McGraw Half-fairy and half-human, Moql grew up with the fairy folk and learned their ways until they discovered that she couldn't "wink out" (disappear at will), making her a danger to the folk. Changing her into a baby, they switched her with a human infant. Now named Saaski, she grows up again, a changeling who endures the taunts and teasing and even... more »tually the danger of being different in a village that hates and fears her strangeness. Detailing Saaski's struggles with her nature, her memories, and the ties that bind her to both worlds, McGraw creates an unusual and absorbing story. Rooted in legend, the story features fantasy elements that are convincing, partly because nothing here is solved by magic, but by hard-won understanding of uncomfortable truths, understanding that leads to courageous action. With its convincing medieval setting and characters, this engrossing novel will be an excellent choice to read aloud, beginning with its dedication: "To all children who have ever felt different." Grades 4-6. -- Carolyn Phelan« less
ISBN-13: 9780590035583 ISBN-10: 0590035584 Pages:241 Reading Level: Young Adult Rating: