Tells the story of a poor orphan's adventures in the criminal underworld of mid-nineteenth-century London.
When 11-year-old Pollyanna Whittier is sent to live with her stern Aunt Polly after her father’s death, her irrepressible optimism and cheerful spirit gradually transform the lives of everyone in the small town. Through her “glad game,” a philosophy of always finding something to be glad about, Pollyanna brings joy to people who are burdened by sadness, bitterness, or hardship.
Great Expectations is a classic coming-of-age novel by Charles Dickens, first published in 1861. The story follows Pip, an orphan who dreams of rising above his humble beginnings to become a gentleman. His life takes an unexpected turn when he receives financial support from a mysterious benefactor. As Pip navigates love, ambition, and self-discovery, he encounters unforgettable characters such…
The Dark Flight Down by Marcus Sedgwick follows Boy, a nameless orphan who, after surviving the events of The Book of Dead Days, becomes embroiled in the dangerous intrigues of a mysterious emperor named Frederick. As Boy searches for his true identity, he navigates a world steeped in alchemy, magic, and dark secrets. The emperor's ruthless desire for power leads to a sinister plot involving a …
Having escaped Miss Peregrine's island by the skin of their teeth, Jacob and his new friends must journey to London (circa 1940), the "peculiar" capital of the world
After a family tragedy, Jacob feels compelled to explore an abandoned orphanage on an island off the coast of Wales, discovering disturbing facts about the children who were kept there