Find all the books, read about the author, and more. As a small child, Caddie Woodlawn was my favourite book. The writing is juvenile. witty, hilarious, heartbreaking, and hopeful, Jenni Holm does a great job in writing girl characters that are spunky, funny, and able to win you over. It is the coming of age story of a 13 year old who is being raised on an isolated farm as the only girl in a family of boys. Start by marking “Our Only May Amelia (May Amelia, #1)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. It is 1899, and 12 year old May Amelia Jackson is told that she's the only girl to be born on the Nasel River in Washington. Jennifer L. Holm is the New York Times bestselling author of The Fourteenth Goldfish. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. So aside from the fact that both the general writing style and especially the frustrating and annoying lack of quotation marks found in Jennifer L. Holm's. Our Only May Amelia. She is also the author of numerous series including Boston Jane, Babymouse, and The Stink Files, which she writes with her husband Jonathan Hamel. Excellent read. Jennifer collaborates with her brother, Matthew Holm, on two graphic novel series -- the Eisner Award-winning Babymouse series and the bestselling Squish series. Listen Free to Our Only May Amelia audiobook by Jennifer L. Holm with a 30 Day Free Trial! and it is great for all ages! Her first book, Our Only May Amelia, was a 2000 Newbery Honor Book. In a time when the role of women was as a homemaker, a spirited young girl was sure to create clashes and challenges in a house of strong characters. I was never bored and always interested in what might happen. Our Only May Amelia by Jennifer L. Holm (HarperCollins) Growing up as the only girl in a large Finnish-American farming family along Washington's Nasel River in 1899, 12-year-old May Amelia prefers tricks and adventures to being a "Proper Young Lady." Interesting coming-of-age YA novel set in 1898 in frontier of Washington State. Her brothers call her a miracle baby because she is the only girl born in this small community. May Amelia is more at home mucking out the barn, then wearing a dress or doing women's work. Jennifer L. Holm is a NEW YORK TIMES bestselling children's author and the recipient of three Newbery Honors for her novels OUR ONLY MAY AMELIA, PENNY FROM HEAVEN, and TURTLE IN PARADISE. I was expecting a fluffy wilderness story, but this has a lot of depth to it. This is because it is supposed to be the journal of a Finnish immigrant girl. I really wanted to like this book... historical fiction, based in the Pacific Northwest, an outdoorsy tomboy main character - these are ingredients that say it's a perfect book for me (and my daughter). The backwoods talk was just as confusing. sigh. After graduating from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, she worked in television and later began to write. There is one notable exception: my first stepfather, when I was maybe 8 years old, randomly decided to give my sister and I a present each. Seven but one of the "brothers" is actually her cousin. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Isn't that fascinating? She′s sure she could do better if only there were at least one other girl living along the banks of the Nasel River. Jennifer also collaborates with her brother, Matthew Holm, on two graphic novel series: the Eisner Award-winning Babymouse series and the bestselling Squish series. i’m all for stylistic writing, but this was occasionally confusing and that’s me reading it as an adult. With seven older brothers and a love of adventure, May Amelia Jackson just can′t seem to abide her family′s insistence that she behave like a Proper Young Lady. I could even detect flavorings of the woman she (the character) would become. Not to mention ignorant and racist. May Amelia, the feisty lovable heroine of Holm's fetching novel, ain't no proper young lady. I almost put this down, since it was written how a young girl thought and not proper grammar. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. And now that Mama's going to have a baby, maybe there's hope. May Amelia is a young girl after my own heart. Author (s): Jennifer L. Holm (Goodreads Author) ISBN: 0060283548 (ISBN13: 9780060283544) Edition language: English. We'll publish them on our site once we've reviewed them. Her parents came to America and settled in a small community of mostly Finnish speaking immigrants. “May Amelia, 12, is the only girl in a family of Western pioneers at the tail end of the 19th century. I especially enjoyed this because just last year I visited the beautiful town of Astoria, Oregon. I liked this book even more when I read the author's note and found out that this is the author's interpretation of her great aunt's life. I love historical fiction, and as a kid I was really into pioneer type of stories of early America. Inspired by the diaries of her great-aunt, the real May Amelia, first-time novelist Jennifer Holm has given us a beautifully crafted tale of one young girl whose unique spirit captures the courage, humour, passion and depth of the American pioneer experience. She′s sure she could do better if only there were at least one other girl living along the banks of the Nasel River. Unjustly blamed for tragedy, May must leave home before returning to claim her rightful place. Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2018, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 22, 2017. Write your review. With seven older brothers and a love of adventure, May Amelia Jackson just can't seem to abide her family's insistence that she behave like a Proper Young Lady. fun and funny historical fiction middle reader, Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2016. She′s sure she could do better if only there were at least on. The novel is about a Finnish family that has settled on the Nasel River in Washington State. The foreshadowing felt so subtle that I'm not sure that it was useful while reading despite being interesting to look back upon toward the end. Extremely mean characters, murder, disease, SIDS... the horrors of life in 1900 outlined in this book are many and without context and balance. I recommend this book to EVERYONE. Our Only May Amelia (Harper Trophy Books (Paperback)), HarperCollins; Reprint edition (April 24, 2001). The beloved Newbery Honor book by the author of The Fourteenth Goldfish, about a spirited heroine growing up with trying circumstances, a sense of adventure, and tremendous heart. as. plus, after trying to teach high school freshmen how to use quotation marks and them being clueless about it, i’m all about exposing readers to standardized punctuation and spelling as much as possible. My daughter actually asked if we could stop reading it. may doesn’t use quotation marks ever and is quite liberal with capital letters used to make things seem more important. eBook Details. [I need to call BS on this idea that no one in that family. He put his hands behind his back and told us to each pick a side, and then presented us each with our own book. I loved this story about a young girl in 1899 Washington State. Challenge him to change his Crocobetian opinion. She weaves the everyday aspects of providing food, clothing, and shelter in with the relationshi. It runs the full gamut of emotions. About Our Only May Amelia. Jennifer also collaborates with her brother, Matthew Holm, on two graphic novel series: the Eisner Award-winning Babymouse series and the bestselling Squish series. I don't really understand how this book can be considered "fun." This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. Our only May Amelia by Jennifer L. Holm, December 11, 2007, Listening Library (Audio) edition, Audio CD in English - Unabridged edition Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2014. Emmy Rossum's reading has just the right ring of tomboyish flair and derring-do, while managing to also convey a tremendous heart. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. 2.5 stars was what we decided. Regardless, I enjoyed the book, liked the character, and would generally recommend Our Only May Amelia. It is one of the most beautiful places I've seen, where the Columbia meets the Pacific Ocean. It had a charming voice to the narration with a generally likeable protagonist. So I never tried the books. maybe i’m getting cranky. About May Amelia, a headstrong eleven year old growing up in the wilderness of Washington state in 1899. I struggled with this book at first because the author doesn't use quotation marks for dialogue. Offensive language. Also great as a travel companion on long trips. The fact that it was based on a real person and a real place is a huge plus. It was confusing and did not add anything to the story. Inspired by the diaries of her great-aunt, the real May Amelia, three-time Newbery Honor-winning author Jennifer Holm gives a beautifully crafted tale of one young girl whose unique spirit captures the courage, humour, passion and depth of the American pioneer experience. The year is 1899, and May Amelia is an overall wearing tomboy who is constantly trying to prove that she can do anything as good as her brothers can do. The author builds excitement and suspense into each chapter: Chased by an angry mother bear and a cougar and nearly swept away by logs sent downriver from a logging camp, May Amelia seems to remain alive only by virtue of a string of luck. i’m just not a fan of historical fiction, apparently. She's sure she could do better if only there were at least one other girl living along the banks of the Nasel River. 2.5 stars was what we decided. Second, I don't think the story flowed well. Young adult- teen girl raised with several brothers and experiences baby sister's death. Also, the audio version was really good. It even made me cry(a very rare thing-I'm not moved by much). With seven older brothers and a love of adventure, May Amelia Jackson just can′t seem to abide her family′s insistence that she behave like a Proper Young Lady. For this reason, May Amelia tends to dress and play like a boy and to get into just as much trouble as her brothers, if … Please try your request again later. She was so funny. May Amelia is a young girl growing up during the early 1900’s in Washington state. Our Only May Amelia - Our Only May Amelia audiobook, by Jennifer L. Holm... She may be a miracle, but she’s no Proper Young Lady! To see what your friends thought of this book. May Amelia has seven brothers, all of them older than her. Our Only May Amelia. She'd rather be by herself on the side of a mountain or in the middle of a river, than at a fancy dance in town. With seven older brothers and a love of adventure, May Amelia Jackson just can't seem to abide her family's insistence that she behave like a Proper Young Lady. by HarperCollins. I mark her as an interpreter to watch.) I could picture Aunt Alice's and Aunt Feenie's homes on the hill looking over the might Columbia River. With seven brothers, she can't help but run fast, work hard, and play even harder. It had a charming voice to the narration with a generally likeable protagonist. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Jennifer collabore avec son frère Matthew pour réaliser la collection de BD Mini-Souris. I am rating it two stars bc weaved throughout the book are explanations regarding names of ethnic foods and briefly what the dish includes. If you're a fan of the mystery and thriller genre and young adult books, recent months have brought a bevy of great reads to your shelves! About a girl growing up I think in the 1900's with all boys as brothers. To stir up complex and dynamic. Third, because of the flow issues the sad and scary parts felt abrasive - particularly for a children's novel. The book may be very upsetting for some inexperienced/youthful readers. It's set in Oregon, and I loved feeling like I was in the west, reading about something my ancestors might have experienced. Summary: Our Only May Amelia is a story about a young girl, May Amelia Jackson, who is growing up during the late 1800's. And language idiosyncrasies to provide a regional flavor to voices are one thing, but I can't see any purpose served by eliminating quotation marks other than making the book harder to read than necessary. This makes reading aloud a huge challenge. Super likable, relatable protagonist. Verified Purchase. The main character is precious and as it takes place near and in Astoria, one of the places on earth that I consider most beautiful, this is one that I was destined to love. It isn't easy being a pioneer in the state of Washington in 1899. Holm takes you from the innocence of a twelve-year-old to the heart-wrenching maturing that May Amelia experiences as she grows up on a homestead farm. Disappointed in this book. I heard Jennifer speak at IRC. On Sale: Now: Spend $49 on print products and get FREE shipping at HC.com. 1. Thanks for Sharing! Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. This makes reading aloud a huge challenge. This is not to say that one book for a juvenile audience should explore all those things, although I think it's nice that Holm did include most of them, but I just feel that the book seemed a little raw and unfinished because of these brief but unresolved forays. An exceptional and unique book on the life of a young Finnish girl and her immigrant family, and the challenges they face, Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2016. While agreeing with all the positive comments of the other reviewers, I'd like to recommend the *audiobook* version of this wonderful story. May Amelia Jackson is a twelve year old girl with seven brothers, who lives with her family on the banks of the Nasel River in Washington state. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published (Ms. Rossum was spot-on perfect in the film "Song Catcher" and added important layers in it just as she does to this book. It fit together very nicely with themes connecting throughout the book such as the Chinook baby, the new babydoll, and Baby Amy. When her father's even sterner and disagreeable mother moves in with the family, the family situation becomes harder to bear as more hardships are heaped on May Amelia and her mother by her ornery grandmother. Sarah, Plain and Tall (Sarah, Plain and Tall, 1), “Give this to your readers who are seeking new frontiers.” -- Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books. I like the pictures befor each chapter.May Amelia's narrative is funny and interesting .Great book. Elle a écrit plusieurs livres très populaires auprès des jeunes. Can't wait to dive into the next book. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. It isn’t easy being a pioneer in the state of Washington in 1899, but it’s particularly hard when you are the only girl ever born in the new settlement. This story, through it's heartache, always manages to bring me to a happy place. In general I rather liked this book. Both Penny from Heaven and Turtle in Paradise were Newbery Honor recipients in 2007 and 2011, respectively. 25 bonus points 5 successes English 0 (0) Hey dude! There was a problem loading your book clubs. Like an updated version of Little House on the Prairie. I especially was unsatisfied with how her problems with her grandmother were resolved, although I have to say that it was likely a realistic conclusion. With seven brothers, she can't help but run fast, work hard, and play even harder. There were heart-warming times, and also sad times. Let's see.. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Children's 1800s American Historical Fiction. It felt choppy. Format: Paperback (2019) [9780062881779] Paperback (2001) [9780064408561] E-book. They live on a farm raising crops, sheep, and a few cattle. On the outside, this seemed like a light and fun read....NOT! Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet and iOS … i didn’t really like this book much either. With seven older brothers and a love of adventure, May Amelia Jackson just can′t seem to abide her family′s insistence that she behave like a Proper Young Lady. I really wanted to like this book... historical fiction, based in the Pacific Northwest, an outdoorsy tomboy main character - these are ingredients that say it's a perfect book for me (and my daughter). My mom's been married a few times now, and I can honestly say that not much good has come out of the multiple stepfathers I've dealt with. May Amelia Jackson is a twelve year old girl with seven brothers, who lives with her family on the banks of the Nasel River in Washington state. An award-winning classic that gives a genuine feel for the pioneer life in the "Little Finland" of the Pacific Northwest. Forget the Proper Young Lady thing. Chapter 1 Summary. Then I got amazon prime and that meant free shipping and the paperback was pretty reasonable so I got it and here I am finally finished reading a book I intended to read in Aug 2011. It isn′t easy being a pioneer in the state of Washington in 1899, but it′s particularly hard when you are the only girl ever born in the new settlement. And now that Mama′s going to have a baby, maybe there′s hope. May Amelia is a young girl after my own heart. April 24th 2001 I may have been lucky to get past 5 pages... No quotation marks made it very hard to follow. Jennifer Holm captured the area--the culture, the scenery--and from it, has brought to life the memories of her great-aunt May. It just kept getting more and more awful. i just didn’t really care for it. This kind of character, as May Amelia, will forever live in the voice of Ms. Rossum, to me. It's particularly hard when you are the only girl ever born in the new settlement. Jennifer Holm captured the area--the culture, the scenery--and from it, has brought to life the memories of her great-aunt May. The beloved Newbery Honor book by the author of The Fourteenth Goldfish , about a spirited heroine growing up with trying circumstances, a sense of adventure, and... Free Shipping on all orders over $10. Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2016. I would think most adult readers would Most likely find this book to be very predictably depressing and tiresome. Her mom is pregnant and May Amelia's wish more than anything is a baby sister. Whether your connection to the story is firsthand and personal, or derived solely from imagination, May Amelia will touch your heart. Great portrayal of pioneer life. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. May Amelia and her brothers attend a small school where they are learning to speak, read, and write the English language. Ms. Holm used this diary as the basis for this novel. Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2016. Makes it a perfect choice for problem readers, to get them interested in books and hooked on their imaginations. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. This is a wonderful book. Jennifer Holm does a great job using her own family history and pictures to create this story about life on the Nasel River. I'm glad I kept reading! Regular price $12.00 (/ ) Add to Cart. may doesn’t use quotation marks ever and is quite liberal with capital letters used to make things seem more important. Her parents came to America and settled in a small community of mostly Finnish speaking immigrants. Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2019, This was an amazing book! I also did not care for the fact that the author chose to use no punctuation to indicate dialogue. Can't remember why I originally had the sequel The Trouble with May Amelia, on my to-read list; but I always put off reading it because I wanted to start with the first book, this one, and it's not available on kindle. Sadly, neither of us liked it that much. Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2018. this was the best book ever! A 12-year-old girl with an adventurous spirit and a nose for trouble, May Amelia is the youngest of eight children and the only girl. Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2017. Our Only May Amelia by Jennifer L Holm starting at $0.99. Definitely not for anyone under 9 or 10, and I think it needs a 'parental guidance required' label to help kids process all the big issues and events. Forget the Proper Young Lady thing. Wow! Her parents came to America and settled in a small community of mostly Finnish speaking immigrants. This would make a great read aloud. OK, close 4.0. Please try again. Setting May Amelia Jackson- the only girl in a family of eight and the only Finnish girl born on the Nasel River. Let's see.. The story didn't grab me at all. As the only girl in her school and belonging to a family with 7 brothers, she is often referred to as one-of-a-kind, “A Miracle” in her remote, logging town. Refresh and try again. We certainly had a lot to talk about, but I chose it as a fun read-aloud. Whatever problems a reader might have with the misspellings and quirky typography of the printed version, this audiobook will naturally overcome. My sister got "Because of Winn Dixie" and I got this book. She'd rather be by herself on the side of a mountain or in the middle of a river, than at a fancy dance in town. plus, after trying to teach high school freshmen how to use quotation marks and them being clueless about it, i’m all about exposing readers to standardized punctuation and spelling as much as possible. a baby sister is born near the end of the book, but dies soon. This historical novel vividly captures the harsh and lonely life of a girl living in the Pacific Northwest at the turn of the 20th century. You'll laugh as she gets herself into "situations", and cry as she deals with torment and loss. She is a tomboy, growing up in the pioneer life with 7 brothers. Our Only May Amelia is a 1999 American historical youth novel by Jennifer L. Holm.Set in 1899 near Astoria, Oregon, it follows a young girl's coming of age amongst the region's Finnish community, and her life as the youngest of seven children—and the only girl—of Finnish immigrant parents. I like a spunky tomboy girl as much as the next person, but May Amelia doesn't come across as spunky so much as bratty, selfish, and just plain mean. This is a book that I will be thinking about for a long time to come. As May Amelia travels throughout the valley, across the rivers and over to Astoria, my heart follows her along in familiarity. However, May Amelia's hardworking mother is with child, and May Amelia's greatest wish is for a baby sister. She weaves the everyday aspects of providing food, clothing, and shelter in with the relationships of family and neighbors. I loved every word in it. Like May Amelia, I grew up in a Finnish-American family in Naselle (the extra "le" was added in the early twentieth century). Required reading for 7th grade dd. May Amelia's father is a stern man, who is constantly angry and nagging about May Amelia's need to try to act like a young lady. Sadly, neither of us liked it that much. Aunt Alice- The Jackson's aunt Papa- May Amelia's dad who is very protective of her and doesn't want her running wild with her brothers. Some interesting things are sort of bumped into, possibly in a "good" way, but generally left unex. I laughed and I cried...cried...& did both some more. I think this would be a great book to read out loud with older children, and I highly recommend it. I loved the main character. Characterization is deftly handled, and the narrative moves well, with no stumbling. All in all, a sweet story. by Jennifer L Holm. Our Only May Amelia. This is a wonderful book. “There is a bright full moon, and boats in the harbor are lit up and dancing in the inky water.”, “Kaarlo, that gold rush is for fools with no sense, can't you see that we're barely making ends meet, isn't it enough that there's a new baby to feed you might as well just shoot your poor mother it'll be the same thug as letting her lose a son to some foolishness. Buy a cheap copy of Our Only May Amelia book by Jennifer L. Holm. Verified Purchase. Our Only May Amelia, the story of a 12-year-old girl living in the late 19th century, inspired by a diary written by her great aunt, became her first published novel and was a 2000 Newbery HonorBook. We’d love your help. This story, through it's heartache, always manages to bring me to a happy place. This is a memorable book, with the highs and lows of life for a young girl in a hardworking family, trying to make a living when poverty was the norm and not the exception. Holm also has written a series featuring Jane Peck, a young woman living in the 1850s (Boston Jane: An Adve… may is the only girl in a household of sons. But strangely, I never got into Little House on the Prairie. as for the content of the book— meh. I love all of Holm's works. As the only girl in a Finnish American family of seven brothers, May Amelia Jackson resents being expected to act like a lady while growing up … Once about Penny from Heaven, a serious look at her family's history, and another with her brother, Matthew, complete with song, dance, voices, and sketching. What an unforgettable character. Our Only May Amelia . Jennifer Holm does a great job using her own family history and pictures to create this story about life on the Nasel River. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Unable to add item to List. Some dramatic story lines could have had more resolution, but overall a finely drawn portrait of twelve-year-old girl in Finnish farming community on Naselle River. In 1899, life on the Nasel River in Washington was hard for anyone, but especially for 13 year-old May Amelia Jackson, the only girl in all of the Nasel settlement. Rossum's pacing and idiosyncratic turns of speech seem unselfconsciously natural, and her authentic-sounding rising vocal inflections paint indelible word pictures in the mind. Second, I don't think the story flowed well. ... Aunt Feenie says she′ll be right lonely with Henry being gone and has decided to get a cooking job with Nora Fuller at Ben Armstrong′s logging camp which is situated a few miles away up the Nasel from our farm. Jennifer L. Holm est une auteure à succès au palmarès du New York Times.Elle a remporté un honneur Newbery à trois reprises pour les romans Our Only May Amelia, Penny From Heaven, et Turtle in Paradise. 1. by on April 19, 2021. We certainly had a lot to talk about, but I chose it as a fun read-aloud. Jennifer L. Holm’s novel Our Only May Amelia (2001), a recipient of the Newberry Award, tells the story of a Finnish family that has settled on the Nasel River in Washington State. The foreshadowing felt so subtle that I'm not sure that it was useful while reading despite being interesting to look back upon toward the end. I mean, May Amelia constantly wondering why her father doesn't like her and why her cousin hates her and everyone telling her she can't do things because she's not a boy was bad enough, but then her completely heinous grandmother shows up and starts in with your standard level beating with a cane because May Amelia can't make tea, and then, for the depressing cherry on the sundae of depressing, then her grandmother blames her for t. I don't really understand how this book can be considered "fun." The author of this novel, Jennifer L. Holm, was once given a copy of her Aunt Alice Amelia's diary from the year she turned twelve, 1900. Nothing can stop her from exploring the wilderness in what will eventually become Washington State. I am a very picky reader and I LOVED this book. Picked this up randomly at my in-law's...what a treasure! 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