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chrissyz's review against another edition
4.0
"This reminds me of stories I've heard about the old days. Folks used to help each other more than they do now." Fritz said. "That's the way it should be," Mother said.
A delightfully, nostalgic read for one who grew up with the maple trees signaling the hope of spring as the sap started running.
A delightfully, nostalgic read for one who grew up with the maple trees signaling the hope of spring as the sap started running.
bookworm978's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This is one of my childhood favorites. I love this book because it's a little cozy, simple, and homey. Although, it is a bit tense. The father is a war vetern and struggling with depression and PTSD, hence why the family goes to maple hill to heal. There is a very brief scene (its mentioned in passing) where the father slaps his son.
Content Warnings
Minor: War, Mental illness, and Child abuse
crystal_reading's review against another edition
4.0
1957 Newbery Winner
This was a wonderful family book as they heal together. The father has depression and mood swings as a result of military service (PTSD). A nearby couple become a big part of their lives. I enjoyed this quiet and loving book.
This was a wonderful family book as they heal together. The father has depression and mood swings as a result of military service (PTSD). A nearby couple become a big part of their lives. I enjoyed this quiet and loving book.
turrean's review against another edition
3.0
Sweet as maple sugar. Reminds me a bit of Heidi--nature heals.
abbygdickerson's review against another edition
4.0
This was a cute little middle grade book. It felt like little house on the prairie, no huge conflict but solid characters and writing. Plus it made me super hungry for pancakes.
kristinamskinner's review against another edition
4.0
A cute story about a family finding healing in the country. It’s great for the young naturalist interested in flowers, trees, mushrooms, and forest wildlife. I found the maple syrup extraction process interesting. It won the Newbery after WWII and it touches on the effects.
bethgiven's review against another edition
2.0
Miracles on Maple Hill is a predictable but charming story about the wonder of nature and the strengthening of family relationships. Set immediately after World War II (about the era when the book was published), young Marly enjoys the miracles of each new season in her new home in the idyllic countryside of New England. She watches in childlike awe the miracles of life all around her: those in friends, those in nature, and those in her once-broken father. The prose feels almost magical and it’s easy to see why the family’s bonds to one another are strengthened with each passing month on Maple Hill.
A quick and easy read.
A quick and easy read.
elentarien's review against another edition
3.0
Its a 'sweet' story, and seems to have an innocence unlike most modern books. Its well acted and well read, making for a nice listen while knitting or cross-stitching. Definitely for children or young readers, but still pleasant for adults who are 'young at heart' as well. Definitely a nice addition to this company's collection.
plaidpladd's review against another edition
4.0
This was a nice, quiet book, mostly about the joys of nature which I appreciated.