In this most unusual and intriguing children's novel, Brian Selznick has created an adventure set in Paris in the 1930s that combines complex and film-like illustrations and artwork with writing. Twelve-year-old Hugo Caberat, orphaned and living in the walls of a metro station, is a mechanical genius and a gifted thief. Unable to support himself, he ends up working for his friend Isabelle's godfather in the metro toy store, where he delves into the mystery of an astounding film maker, Georges Melies.
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My 11-year old son loved this book! Despite it's large size, it's a fast read, due to the number of pictures. I don't usually buy hardcover books, but this is one that is worth it. My son is already talking about rereading it. He wishes there were more books like this.
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This book has been nominated with 20 other books for the Texas Bluebonnet Award. As a teacher, I like to read/own as many as possible. I really enjoyed the book. The illustrations tell as much of the story as the picture. Reluctant readers should enjoy it.
this book is very good and very different-my 5th grade boy basically read this book non-stop. He loved it. And it really turned him on to reading every night. Now my 4th grade boy and I are on it. It has great illustrations that are a big part of this large book. Their school district's reading newsletter recommended it.
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