Sometimes it's not necessarily what's new that's brought to the table, but the manner and skill in which it's presented. I think it was a creative idea and stories of mice are tried and true (Motorcycle Ralph; Miss Frisby and Rats of Nimh; Redwall, etc). Secrets at Sea Richard Peck Review by Dean Schneider. Helena, Beatrice, Louise and their little brother, Lamont, consider themselves the "downstairs Cranston's" because they live in a home with the Cranston family. Not only because of the humour present in the story and the variety of characters and personalities. I found the story very charming. I wouldn't have dreamed it. Please try again. 2 year olds. Helena, Beatrice, Louise and their little brother, Lamont, consider themselves the "downstairs Cranston's" because they live in a home with the Cranston family. I think I would have awarded it an extra star if I'd read the print version, but audio is so much easier to slip into a busy schedule than print. But also because it is like looking back into time with a fantasy twist to it all. We’d love your help. It was a struggle to get through it. It stars mice siblings in fact, and the oldest sister Helena, like every good eldest sister, is in charge and, naturally, the narrator. The main characters of this fantasy, animals story are , . Helena, Louise, Beatrice, and Lamont are mice that live in the Hudson River Valley … Paperback (Reprint) $ 8.99. In the past I have loved several of Richard Peck's tales - but looking back, they were about actual people in realistic, and often humorous, situations. Title: Secrets at Sea <>Binding: Paperback <>Author: RichardPeck <>Publisher: PuffinBooks, A Long Way From Chicago (Puffin Modern Classics), The Cricket in Times Square (Chester Cricket and His Friends, 1), The Trouble with Chickens: A J.J. Tully Mystery, “Rife with snappy asides and clever but never heavy-handed.” —. So I started reading some reviews online, and when they quoted from the book, I found myself smiling at the clever turns of phrase. So I started reading some reviews online, and when they quoted from the book, I found myself smiling at the clever turns of phrase. His Grandma Dowdel books are absolutely hilarious. View All Available Formats & Editions. the mice decide to go with them and madcap escapades ensue on board the luxury line a la 1890's. Just wonderful. Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa Escape into luxury at this sophisticated, adults-only hideaway located in the exclusive gated community of Cap Cana. I found the story very charming. Turf. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Family owned and operated, this is the spot to go. Facing the sea, you could enjoy a wide variety of Seafood, wines and cocktails. It was funny and kept your interest with the antics of the little mice. Thank you Richard Peck for a few respite "date nights" with my best friend filled with humor, fake British accents, and a great message on family. Average Customer Ratings. Just open up a copy of Secrets at Sea, and you'll find cute little rodents in every nook and cranny. Overall. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Although this story is aimed at young readers it feels long and there are too many characters, it's hard to keep the mouse character names seperate from the human character names. This story is about mice - who act like humans. This little gem of a book has all the good stuff: "How at ease I was with a human! Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2014. Although I am an adult, I would definitely recommend it for children of all ages and adults, too. This is a charming historical novel about mice, and that’s a phrase I’ve never written before. Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019, Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2018. I expected a more engaging story from Richard Peck. Deeeelightful animal fantasy with Peck's signature warmth, and mix of subtle humor and all out farce. I can tell you, and I will: when a friend sends you an ARC of a Richard Peck book, and if you’ve made your living working with children’s books, AND did I mention it was a Richard Peck book (? I suppose it is better to start with their children, who have open minds.". Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2014. Their is lots of talk about who the Cranston's daughter should marry, titles, Queens and parties ensue. Secrets at Sea and millions of other books are available for instant access. It was published in 2011. No pairings yet. I bought this for other young family members and all are delighted! But he IS! Overall a fun adventure story for third to sixth graders. Then i read more of Secrets at sea and i started to really like it. I guess I'm just not sure who this book is meant for. The story centers on a family of mice (Three sisters and a brother) who live with their human companions the Cranston's. When the upstairs Cranston's deciede that it is time for one of their daughters to find a suitable husband, mice and humans must take a voyage to England. Gear up for a seriously exciting voyage with some friendly rodents in tow. nice illustrations by peck's old art hand kelly murphy. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Secrets at Sea Summary. The story takes place on a cruses ship from America to England. Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2017. Having read Secrets at Sea, I can definitely see a Disney-type movie in the works. Paperback. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. The Ghost Belonged to Me by Richard Peck is one of my favorite books from my childhood so I decided to read his latest book for young children and loved it! If this book is a gift for a younger person in your life (and it would make a good one), consider giving them a dictionary as well. Not up to Mr. Peck's usual standards. Secrets At Sea 1 Rush Limbo 1 1/2 Alc How's Heston 3 1/4 Broke smoothly from gate showed speed angled in won under mild drive (6) 1 $15,000 Year-55 Week-14 Day-5 Asia Kyoto Racecourse (JPN) Condition: Firm. Yes, in my opinion, it is certainly interesting. The illustrations by Kelly Murphy also received a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators in Los Angeles. I would definitely recommend this to fellow book readers. T for safety. It is so beautifully written. He was awarded the Newbery Medal in 2001 for his novel, “This is how you hold onto your family. When the upstairs Cranston's deciede that it is time for one of their daughters to find a suitable husband, mice and humans must take a voyage to England. Author: Peck, Richard. Listened to A whole track before Helena says, "We're mice" Oh, Haha, that makes more sense. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. $8.99. 4 out of 5 stars 4.0 out of 5.0 5 Stars 13 4 Stars 3 3 Stars 3 2 Stars 3 1 Stars 1 Performance. By: digisammiegirl. So there you have it—I like Mr. Peck, as an author and as a person. The book has been awarded with , and many others. Sequel to "Magical Secrets at Sea" by digisammiegirl! Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! It follows along the lines of Despereaux. Secrets at Sea by Richard Peck Published by Penguin on October 13th 2011 Pages: 256 Buy on Amazon Goodreads. Happy reading. The language is so descriptive and evocative, you can practically see the little mice's ears twitch and whiskers wiggle. It was funny and kept your interest with the antics of the little mice. Follow/Fav Magical Secrets at Sea. Perhaps not as appealing to children as other Richard Peck stories, but still interesting romance told from mouse point of view. Secrets at Sea has 5 available editions to buy at Half Price Books Marketplace It's nice to be VIP. Unlike others, I thought the story flowed very well and at a nice pace. Picked up this book on Audio because I like Richard Peck. I think he's a wonderful writer. RICHARD PECK (1934-2018) was born in Decatur, Illinois and lived in New York City for nearly 50 years. Richard Peck: the 21st Century Austen for the 8 to 10 set? I wouldn't worry about Belle reading it other than getting frustrated. You hold them with open hands so they are free to find futures of their own. Live web cams feed from Seacrets Bayfront restaurant and bar and live feed from our radio station, Irie Radio 98.1 Ocean City, Maryland. This is fun historical fiction in which the mice living in aristocratic homes take on the personalities and rank of their "upstairs" families. The acclaimed author of 35 novels for children and young adults, he won the Newbery Medal for A Year Down Yonder, a Newbery Honor for A Long Way from Chicago, the Scott O’Dell Award for The River Between Us, the Edgar Allen Poe Award for Are You in the House Alone?, a Boston Globe-Horn BookAward Honor for The Best Man, and the Christopher Medal for The Teacher’s Funeral. Listen to the Audio (00:02) Share. I wouldn't have cared if the ship's cat ate every last mouse on board and ended the book early. About Secrets at Sea The adorable tale of a family of mice stowaways on an adventurous ship’s journey In the beloved tradition of The Borrowers , The Tale of Despereaux , and The Cricket in Times Square , here is an irresistible adventure story about the tiny creatures who secretly live among us humans, as only Newbery Medal winner Richard Peck could imagine it. Books › Children's Books › Literature & Fiction Share