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Ginger Pye (Library Binding)

~ (Author) "Would Gracie-the-cat be jealous if the Pyes got another pet-a dog?..." (more)
Key Phrases: perpendicular swimmer, old brick lot, tall short man, Uncle Bennie, Sam Doody, New York (more...)
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (75 customer reviews)


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`Here is the book for which we have been waiting...a story written with sympathy, humor, and understanding. An outstanding book.' (The Horn Book ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.


Product Description

When the Pye family's puppy, Ginger, disappears on Thanksgiving Day, the children are convinced that he has been adbucted by a stranger in a yellow hat.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Library Binding
  • Publisher: Harcourt Childrens Books (J) (June 1951)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0152309306
  • ISBN-13: 978-0152309305
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (75 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,219,222 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Lovable Characters, Pretty Good Plot, June 27, 2002
By Tammy (Michigan) - See all my reviews
This is a very sweet story that details the happenings as two siblings who get along strangely well go about earning money to purchase a puppy, get and keep the puppy, and then have the puppy stolen from them. The main characters, Jerry and Rachel Pye get along better than any brother and sister pair that I've ever known. In addition, they are quite avid readers and seem to think deeper than most children of their age. My favorite character was Rachel Pye who tended to be on the fairy tale side of most situations and whose "reasonableness" sometimes wasn't so reasonable. Ginger, the puppy that gets bought and then stolen is a very remarkable dog and is considered highly intelligent by most of the family and small town in which they reside. The author does a great job in portraying the dog's thoughts but during the description of the "pencil incident" I felt she was untrue to the story's previous voice. Before and after this point in the book she had used Ginger's actions to describe what he was thinking or feeling, but during this incident only, the puppy takes on qualities of personification that don't ring true for the rest of the book. One slightly irritating part of the book was another main character, Sam Doody. Sam Doody seems to always come by with a miracle in his pocket. I wish that Estes had spent a little bit more time developing his character rather than have him come swooping in out of nowhere to save the day on several occasions. Uncle Bennie, the siblings three-year-old uncle, was a favorite character of mine. I loved that he was a hero in Cranbury and that he was allowed to do certain things because he was an uncle and even took on certain personality traits because of his young age at having a niece and a nephew. Mr. Pye is a pretty absent father throughout most of the book and even seems a bit flaky when he is at home. Mrs. Pye seems to be a very good hearted person, yet very young mother. The illustrations by the author are very interesting and I was left with the question on whether these were carvings in wood or actually paper/pen illustrations. They are always true to the story and give a completeness for many of its younger readers. Overall, this book is a good mystery with some lovable characters and a pretty good plot throughout. You breathe a sigh of contentment as you close the book knowing that Ginger is in a safe place.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Action packed! fun! fun! fun!, December 3, 1999
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In the book Ginger Pye Jerry is just some normal boy who is trying to figure out how to buy a puppy. Once Jerry has the dog he can't stop thinking about him. Jerry is really the kind of character who just can't stand not being around his dog. He loves him so much. Half of the time Jerry tries to figure out what has happened to Ginger and can't fid him. Jerry loves to have a perfect day and that's impossible without his dog. Jerry is one of those characters who grabs your body and tells you the story in a very exciting way.All of the best feelings you can think of, Jerry is almost two of them at once. I absolutely adored the book Ginger Pye because the book was very exhilarating, funny, and everything about the boook was unique. The book was very enjoyable. I would recommend the book to anyone who likes a lot of action. This book can take every single bit of time of your day until you finish it. It's just so exciting
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Ginger Pye, April 2, 2004
By Kristen (Lafayette, LA) - See all my reviews
Ginger Pye is the story of two siblings, Jerry and Rachel Pye, and their very intelligent dog, Ginger. Jerry wants to study rocks when he grows up and Rachael wants to study birds like her father. The children are very inquisitive and worry about things constantly. This book is a suspenseful mystery. The mystery begins when Ginger is stolen. The children think that an unsavory character in a yellow hat stole him; they search all over town for their beloved puppy.
This book is witty and funny. The children ask strange things throughout the novel like whether New York or Boston is more important. I think this book would be great for any child; it kept my attention. This is definitely a book that I will read again.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ginger Pye review
Ginger Pye is about a boy and a girl who want a dog. Jerry is the boy and Rachel is the girl. They are brother and sister. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kerianne Houck

5.0 out of 5 stars 8 yr old reluctant reader LOVED it. Her favorite!
Based on the recommendation of the owner of a small local bookstore, I purchased a couple of Eleanor Estes books for my daughters (8 and 10). Read more
Published 3 months ago by homeschooler

4.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Great book! It was very well written. Kids will love this book about the adventures of Jerry, Rachel, and their dog Ginger. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Tayna Seamons

4.0 out of 5 stars WOW!
Amazing! This is a great book that puts you in suspense. In many parts you'll feel strong curiousity. You'll want to read more after every chapter. Read more
Published 7 months ago

5.0 out of 5 stars pretty exciting book
I liked this book. I liked how there is so much excitment. This book is about Jerry Pye and his family the Pyes. Read more
Published 10 months ago by prospector

1.0 out of 5 stars Boring....
I read this book a few years ago and hated it. The plot was horrible and the characters were oblivious to the most obvious things. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Brett Isham

4.0 out of 5 stars Ginger Pye is a great book
Ginger Pye was a really good book. Out of five stars I would give it a rating of four stars. I truly enjoyed the book, but it also has some sad parts. Read more
Published 19 months ago

5.0 out of 5 stars unbeliveabull book!!! 11 year old mohmad sabha
First of all this book is called ginger pye a great book. And this book is about a boy and a dog best friends this is a tastefull boo putten into very good words by the author... Read more
Published 20 months ago

5.0 out of 5 stars unbeliveabull book!!! 11 year old mohmad sabha
First of all this book is called ginger pye a great book. And this book is about a boy and a dog best friends this is a tastefull boo putten into very good words by the author... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Hisham Sabha

5.0 out of 5 stars Sensitive, insightful, and plain old fun!
Halfway through Ginger Pye, I knew I wanted to write a review of this classic children's story, because I really loved reading it! Read more
Published 21 months ago by Suko

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