The Stone Child, David A. Robertson
The Stone Child, David A. Robertson
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The Stone Child
The Misewa Saga, Book Three

Author: David A. Robertson

Narrator: Brefny Caribou

Unabridged: 7 hr 40 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Puffin Canada

Published: 08/02/2022


Synopsis

It's a race against time to save Eli, in this third book in the award-winning, Narnia-inspired Indigenous middle-grade fantasy series. 

After discovering a near-lifeless Eli at the base of the Great Tree, Morgan knows she doesn't have much time to save him. And it will mean asking for help — from friends old and new. Racing against the clock, and with Arik and Emily at her side, Morgan sets off to follow the trail away from the Great Tree to find Eli's soul before it's too late. As they journey deep into the northern woods, a place they've been warned never to enter, they face new challenges and life-threatening attacks from strange and horrifying creatures. But a surprise ally comes to their aid, and Morgan finds the strength to focus on what's most important: saving her brother's life. 

About The Author

DAVID A. ROBERTSON is the author of numerous books for young readers including Governor General’s Literary Award winners On the Trapline and When We Were Alone. The Barren Grounds, Book 1 of The Misewa Saga series, was a Kirkus, NPR, and Quill & Quire best middle-grade book of 2020, as well as a USBBY and Texas Lone Star selection. The third book in the series, The Stone Child, was a 2023 co-winner of the McNally Robinson Book for Young People Award (Older Category).  Winner of the Writers’ Union of Canada’s Freedom to Read Award, as well as the 2021 Globe and Mail Children’s Storyteller of the Year recipient, Dave is a member of Norway House Cree Nation and currently lives in Winnipeg, Canada. For more information, visit his website: www.darobertson.ca and follow him on X: @DaveAlexRoberts.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Shannon on August 14, 2022

A great conclusion to the Misewa Saga!! I really enjoyed this Narnia-esque middle grade fantasy series set in both urban Manitoba and an alternate universe where filled with talking animals. The first half of this book saw Morgan going on a quest in Misewa to save her foster brother Eli's life. Then......more

Goodreads review by Aaron on July 24, 2022

This is my favourite (so far) book in a great series. I can't say much without spoiling the earlier books but if you enjoyed the first two, rush for this one.......more

Goodreads review by Kay on August 06, 2022

JFC do I love this series. I loved how it was just a little bit gay and how it melds fantastical themes with real world issues. Robertson made me love Misewa, Morgan, and Eli and as their family grows, I can't help but love those who join it. I can't wait for the next one!......more

Goodreads review by Tyana on August 10, 2022

4.5 - If you haven’t jumped on the Misewa bandwagon you are missing out.......more

Goodreads review by ❀ Susan on July 31, 2022

This series would be an amazing series to read aloud!! As an adult, I have enjoyed the story and it reminds me of a fresh take on the Narnia series. There is much education packed into the fiction, learning about the racism, stereotypes, child and family welfare while enjoying a beautifully written......more


Quotes

An Indigo Best Kids' Book of 2022

"For a combination of adventure, time travel and Indigenous culture, few series will challenge the Misewa Saga . . . Robertson weaves a tale that is part myth, part fantasy and wholly intriguing." —Winnipeg Free Press

“Robertson has a lot of narrative balls in the air . . . but the story’s emotional arc shines true.” —Kirkus Reviews

"[T]he narratives of the two previous books of the Misewa Saga weave together in a new way, and the characters of Morgan, Emily and Eli are realized more fully. . . . Teen dialogue and behaviour are presented with unflinching authenticity . . . and Robertson is skillful in providing cultural context." —CM Reviews

"Girl power is front and center in the latest Misewa adventure . . . there's a lot of urgency, a lot of action, a lot of emotion as events include satisfying reunions and heartbreaking loss." —Common Sense Media

"As readers, we were able to learn a lot about Cree culture in a way that's not achievable through textbooks . . . these books would be a great addition to any classroom library." —The Suburban


Awards

  • First Nations Communities Read Award
  • McNally Robinson Book for Young People Award
  • Silver Birch Award for Fiction