Customer Reviews

Morgy Makes His Move

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

This is a fast-moving story filled with many touching and funny situations that every child will recognize--even those who have not made cross-country moves. In the beginning, it seems impossible that Morgy will ever overcome his new kid's isolation, but his happy membership in a quirky new neighborhood comes about in surprising and satisfying ways. Kids will appreciate this character's humor as well as its heart.

I read this book to a grade four class. Not only did it become their instant favourite, but mine too. As a librarian, I recommend this book for its quality and content. The main character is sincere, and like any other North American kid, one with strong emotions and feelings. I was very pleased to see a fresh new approach to how he dealt with the local bully and started coping with the changes in his life. The inclusion of hockey made it popular with both boys and girls, as it is not the main focus of the story. I look forward to seeing a lot more work from Maggie Lewis!

Though bullies and childhood exploits seem to be all too common in juvenile literature, Maggie Lewis creates a delightful story with Morgy MacDougal-Macduff. Through the story one can picture what it must be like to move from California to Puckett Corner, Massachusetts as a boy and experience the wonders of life: making friends, learning how to deal with the school bully, becoming proficient in hockey, and braving the harsh winters that New England has to offer. As someone who went to college in Maine, it gave me additional perspective of what life might have been like as a kid for my New England friends. Maggie Lewis gives us delightful character sketches and wonderful detail of setting in this charming book...

This story has shown successfully the transitions a child goes through when moving across country. It was well written so that a child could easily understand and relate to the characters. There were many funny situations and obstacles that Morgy had to overcome in order to fit into his new neighborhood. The way Morgy handles the bully was excellent. The book was written in a way that would appeal to both boys and girls. Children will be begging for more stories with their favorite character, Morgy. Maggie Lewis' first book was a hit! I am looking forward to reading more stories from this author.

This is a terrific book. It is funny and sweet and shows real insight into the emotions and experiences of a young child in a new town. I want more Morgy!

Despite its humorous, well written start, Morgy fizzles into a "list of stuff" by the end. Written with simple, choppy sentences and too many undeveloped characters, this novel left us wondering where all the raves came from? What promises to show how a character changes and grows through a series of crises remains a series of crises...and Morgy, who feels like a hockey puck...stays one. He simply never makes his move! If you want a good book about "moving" and growing in a new location, try HEY, NEW KID...it's a winner.