Gabriel's Horn

This book for young readers won the Sidney Taylor Book Award in 2017. It is a religious fantasy story about a mysterious soldier who shows up and asks a Jewish family who was struggling to keep it for him. Every time they did something good for others, the horn became shinier, until it eventually gl......more

First thought: Is that a French Horn OH MY GOD A BOOK ABOUT A FRENCH HORN MY INSTRUMENT IS FINALLY REPRESENTED Second thought: Cole Porter's "Blow, Gabriel, Blow" on repeat in my brain Final thought: WOW. What a cool story! Even though the book is about a Jewish family - and the last page talks about......more

The family is having financial troubles along with the entire neighborhood. Then, a soldier appears to ask the family if they will watch his horn. The horn is a family heirloom and will bring luck. Gabiel's family prospered and shared their blessings with all the neighbors. There are many stories of......more

Great story about "paying it forward" and the importance of charity and kindness. I especially liked the part when the family came into a bit of money, Gabriel suggested for it to be used to help others, because that's what true riches really are.......more