Download or read book Emma s Orphans written by Loree Lough and published by Whitaker House. This book was released on 2013-03-05 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emma Wright knows the loneliness of being an orphan. Maybe that's why her Maryland home seems to attract children left parentless by accident or by the recent Civil War. It is hard to care and provide for them on a nurse’s salary, and finding Christian homes for them requires more wisdom than Emma possesses on her own. As strong and independent as she seems, Emma dreams of the day a strong, Christian husband will share her burden, and she thinks her prayers might be answered when she meets the handsome carpenter Nate O’Neil. But, though the war is over, Nate is still fighting a battle inside himself. How can he offer himself to a fine woman like Emma when he still bears the guilt of past deeds? While Emma and Nate wrestle with their problems, the seven children in Emma’s care decide to take matters into their own hands.
Download or read book The Orphan Sisters written by Shirley Dickson and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1929: Four-year-old Etty and eight-year-old Dorothy are abandoned at Blakely Hall orphanage by their mother, never to see her again. With no other family to speak of, the sisters worship their beloved mam - and they are confused and heartbroken to be deserted by her when they need her the most. 1940: Etty and Dorothy are finally released from the confines of Blakely Hall - but their freedom comes when the country is in the grip of World War Two and its terrors. Amidst a devastating backdrop of screaming air-raid sirens and cold nights huddled in shelters, the sisters are desperate to put their broken childhoods behind them. But trouble lies ahead. Dorothy must bid goodbye to her beloved husband when he's sent to war and Etty must nurse a broken heart as she falls in love with the one man she can never be with. Etty and Dorothy survived the orphanage with the help of one another and neither sister can forget the awful betrayal of their mother, which has haunted them their whole lives. But when a shocking secret about their painful childhood comes to light, will the sisters ever be the same again?
Download or read book Emma s Story written by Bob Sjogren and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2008-07-30 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this story based on real events, we follow a Turkish orphan girl as God leads her through emotional trauma and natural disaster to become the first adopted child in the US.
Download or read book Emma s Dream written by Norma Samuelson and published by . This book was released on 2022-02-14 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emma's Dream is a 34 pages Picture Book. The story is about a little orphan girl living with 6 other kids in an orphanage. She dreams of having her own family, until someday her dream becomes a reality. The illustrations are rendered with graphite pencil, colored pencil, and watercolor. The last page contains important information regarding the orphans' situation worldwide (UNICEF, UNESCO and World Bank) The dream of every child is to live in a happy family. When a child is separated from their parents, a big hole is created in their hearts. They may end up in an orphanage with other kids who share the same circumstances, but the hole in their hearts needs the nurturing of a family. Emma's Dream is the product of my journey with kids in an orphanage in Mexico. To adopt a child is an act of pure love.
Download or read book The Emerald Atlas written by John Stephens and published by Knopf Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2011-04-05 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A strong . . . trilogy, invoking just a little Harry Potter and Series of Unfortunate Events along the way."—Realms of Fantasy Siblings Kate, Michael, and Emma have been in one orphanage after another for the last ten years, passed along like lost baggage. Yet these unwanted children are more remarkable than they could possibly imagine. Ripped from their parents as babies, they are being protected from a horrible evil of devastating power, an evil they know nothing about. Until now. Before long, Kate, Michael, and Emma are on a journey through time to dangerous and secret corners of the world . . . a journey of allies and enemies, of magic and mayhem. And—if an ancient prophesy is true—what they do can change history, and it's up to them to set things right. "A new Narnia for the tween set."—The New York Times "[A] fast-paced, fully imagined fantasy."—Publishers Weekly "Echoes of other popular fantasy series, from "Harry Potter" to the "Narnia" books, are easily found, but debut author Stephens has created a new and appealing read . . ."—School Library Journal, Starred Review
Download or read book City of Orphans written by Avi and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-09-25 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1893 New York, 13-year-old Maks, a newsboy, teams up with Willa, a homeless girl, to clear his older sister, Emma, from charges that she stole a watch from the brand-new Waldorf Hotel, where she works. Includes historical notes. Illustrations.
Download or read book The Orphan House written by Ann Bennett and published by Forever. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Emma s Story written by Bob Sjogren and published by Authentic Media. This book was released on 2008 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tara is a missionary in Turkey who is looking for a miracle in her persistent requests to volunteer at an orphanage. Graham and Becky are a middle-aged, American couple who are called to minister alongside Tara where they have no experience and no resources. Emma is a little girl who is born into a drug-ridden and violent family and through a series of events, finds herself in the very same orphanage. Told through the perspectives of both humans and angels, Emma's Story opens up the world of the "cursed" children: children who are physically or mentally handicapped and trapped in a culture that believes they are lost causes. However, God's love and sovereignty gives them a chance to live like they never have before and the phrase, "what you did for the least of these" becomes much more than Tara, Graham and Becky could have ever thought or imagined.
Download or read book Miss Peregrine s Home for Peculiar Children written by Ransom Riggs and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2011-06-07 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The #1 New York Times best-selling series. Bonus features • Q&A with author Ransom Riggs • Eight pages of color stills from the film • Sneak preview of Hollow City, the next novel in the series A mysterious island. An abandoned orphanage. A strange collection of very curious photographs. It all waits to be discovered in Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, an unforgettable novel that mixes fiction and photography in a thrilling reading experience. As our story opens, a horrific family tragedy sets sixteen-year-old Jacob journeying to a remote island off the coast of Wales, where he discovers the crumbling ruins of Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. As Jacob explores its abandoned bedrooms and hallways, it becomes clear that the children were more than just peculiar. They may have been dangerous. They may have been quarantined on a deserted island for good reason. And somehow—impossible though it seems—they may still be alive. A spine-tingling fantasy illustrated with haunting vintage photography, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children will delight adults, teens, and anyone who relishes an adventure in the shadows. “A tense, moving, and wondrously strange first novel. The photographs and text work together brilliantly to create an unforgettable story.”—John Green, New York Times best-selling author of The Fault in Our Stars “With its X-Men: First Class-meets-time-travel story line, David Lynchian imagery, and rich, eerie detail, it’s no wonder Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children has been snapped up by Twentieth Century Fox. B+”—Entertainment Weekly “‘Peculiar’ doesn’t even begin to cover it. Riggs’ chilling, wondrous novel is already headed to the movies.”—People “You’ll love it if you want a good thriller for the summer. It’s a mystery, and you’ll race to solve it before Jacob figures it out for himself.”—Seventeen
Download or read book Lucy s Wish written by Joan Lowery Nixon and published by Delacorte Press. This book was released on 2013-11-27 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten-year-old Lucy Griggs's mother has just died, leaving Lucy orphaned and living on the streets of 1866 New York City. Then Lucy hears about the Children's Aid Society, a group that sends orphans out West to new homes. Lucy knows she'll never replace her mum, but maybe now she'll find a family--and even a little sister--to love. But the family that takes her in is far from ideal. Mr. Snapes seems kind, but Mrs. Snapes is a bitter, angry woman. And Emma isn't the sister Lucy has dreamed of. Emma is a girl who people call "simple." Can Lucy learn to love this less-than-perfect family?
Download or read book Room written by Emma Donoghue and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-05-07 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kidnapped as a teenage girl, Ma has been locked inside a purpose built room in her captor's garden for seven years. Her five year old son, Jack, has no concept of the world outside and happily exists inside Room with the help of Ma's games and his vivid imagination where objects like Rug, Lamp and TV are his only friends. But for Ma the time has come to escape and face their biggest challenge to date: the world outside Room.
Download or read book The Orphans of Ardwick written by Emma Hornby and published by Random House. This book was released on 2018-02-08 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Don't miss Emma Hornby's gripping new wartime saga, A DAUGHTER'S WAR - out now** ---------------------------- Fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Maggie Hope will love Emma Hornby. After a cold, hard winter on the streets, three orphan children are about to give up hope when an unexpected turn of events brings them to the doorstep of a grand house in Ardwick, Manchester. Taken in by the firm but kind-hearted cook, the young friends can hardly believe their luck. But behind Bracken House's impressive façade lies a household steeped in troubles and mystery, with residents above and below stairs battling their own demons and dark secrets. Not everyone is happy about the new arrivals, and soon the orphans' safety is in danger. If they want to stay in the first home any of them have known for years, they must unravel the past and bring hope to the future. Will they succeed? Or will they come to regret ever leaving the mean slum streets they once called home? Emma Hornby's page-turning, absorbing sagas will tug at your heartstrings. ---------------------------- Readers love Emma Hornby: 'Similar to Rosie Goodwin and Dilly Court, Emma Hornby tells a brilliant story that will keep you guessing with twists and turns. Pure talent.' 'Emma Hornby's books just keep getting better and better. Honest, gritty, lovely characters.' 'Keep writing Emma, you are very talented and can't wait for your next book. I've read them all.' 'Emma is a wonderful storyteller and I can't wait for the next one!' 'Thank you again Emma Hornby for a captivating read' 'Another beautifully written story by Emma Hornby'
Download or read book The Orphans of St Halibut s written by Sophie Wills and published by Pan Macmillan. This book was released on 2020-10-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stolen cakes, major explosions and an unforgettable cast of characters – dive into The Orphans of St Halibut's, a hilarious caper from debut author Sophie Wills and million-copy bestselling illustrator, David Tazzyman. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Lemony Snicket. Life has been perfect ever since the orphans of St Halibut's buried their matron – don't look like that, it was an accident! Tig, Stef, Herc, and Pamela the goat just have to make sure nobody finds out they're on their own. Discovering that an Inspector is on his way, they'll need to convince him that everything is peachy or they'll be sent to the Mending House – where badly behaved orphans go, never to return. But the Inspector is not quite what he seems and things very quickly go from bad to spectacularly out of hand . . . Can these crafty kids outsmart the adults and save their home? 'This book reminded me of an old fashioned film caper – a little like St Trinians meets Oliver with a twist of Matilda thrown in' Year 6 Teacher and Parent ‘I would recommend this book to people that like spooky, funny and adventurous stories’ Reader, aged 8
Download or read book Saving Emma the Pig written by John Chester and published by Feiwel & Friends. This book was released on 2019-05-14 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A companion picture book to the award-winning film, "The Biggest Little Farm"! Welcome to Apricot Lane Farm, a unique world full of true stories about heartwarming animals’ relationships and the special people who care for them. When Emma the pig arrives at the Apricot Lane Farm, she is about to give birth to piglets. But she is also sick, and after her seventeen babies arrive, Emma is unable to care for them. Taking care of seventeen piglets and a sick mama pig is a challenge for Farmer John and his team. But the cure for Emma reminds them what is most important—for pigs and for humans: love and friendship. Saving Emma the Pig is a heartfelt picture book from John Chester, with gorgeous illustrations from Jennifer L. Meyer
Download or read book Emma and the Outlaw written by Linda Lael Miller and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wounded in an explosion at a raunchy saloon, Steven Fairfax heals himself in the home of Emma Chalmers--a prim and proper woman despite her unconventional upbringing in a bordello--and soon the two fall in love, but Steven's outlaw status could ruin their love.
Download or read book Emma Annotated Book for Children written by Jane Austen and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-11 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emma is a young lady who lost her mother as an infant and was brought up to be spoilt by her father. Thus, she is a bit brazen and self-righteous but along with her beauty and all other qualifications make it look trivial. She lives in Hartfield with her father and her duenna Miss Taylor who became like one of them. However, after Emma introduces and match her up with a gentleman named Mr. Weston Miss Taylor marries and moves from there. Now she is Mrs. Weston. No matter how much Mr. Weston and Emma suffer from this separation, they have to put up for the sake of their friend's happiness. In fact, soon after Emma finds something else to be occupied with. Her new occupation, Miss Harriett Smith into is a young girl whose parents are unknown but her heart is kind. Emma is determined to turn her into an intelligent, courteous lady with of good manners and match her with a suitable gentleman. Emma herself is resolute about not getting married: because she saw how sad her father was when her sister got married. Then she knew she cannot leave her father. After her father dies she would never need money and she would have a happy life with her friends. This is probably the reason why she provides motivation for other girls to marry.Emma embraces Harriet, she facilitates it by endearing herself to other people around. Harriet also has an aspirant: son of the family that had adopted her once, Mr. Robert Martin. Harriet finds her handsome and honest but Emma dissuades her for the reason that even if he is financially well off, Emma does not deem his social sphere of Harriet's. Thus, she deters her easily.A quite handsome and wealthy gentleman and an old family friend of Woodhouses Mr. Knightley comes to know rejection as he is a close friend of Robert Martin. He comprehends Emma has her hand in this business. Immediately reaches to Emma to talk about this, yet he obtains no result. In fact, no one but Mr. Knightly has the courage to tell Emma her faults and warn. Emma relishes his friendship, still this time her opinion is that he is wrong. Moreover, Mr. Knightley is the only one to sense what the future may bring. Likewise, everyone including Emma has no idea about the consequences of this tiny incident.
Download or read book The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction written by Linda Gordon and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2011-02-09 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1904, New York nuns brought forty Irish orphans to a remote Arizona mining camp, to be placed with Catholic families. The Catholic families were Mexican, as was the majority of the population. Soon the town's Anglos, furious at this "interracial" transgression, formed a vigilante squad that kidnapped the children and nearly lynched the nuns and the local priest. The Catholic Church sued to get its wards back, but all the courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, ruled in favor of the vigilantes. The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction tells this disturbing and dramatic tale to illuminate the creation of racial boundaries along the Mexican border. Clifton/Morenci, Arizona, was a "wild West" boomtown, where the mines and smelters pulled in thousands of Mexican immigrant workers. Racial walls hardened as the mines became big business and whiteness became a marker of superiority. These already volatile race and class relations produced passions that erupted in the "orphan incident." To the Anglos of Clifton/Morenci, placing a white child with a Mexican family was tantamount to child abuse, and they saw their kidnapping as a rescue. Women initiated both sides of this confrontation. Mexican women agreed to take in these orphans, both serving their church and asserting a maternal prerogative; Anglo women believed they had to "save" the orphans, and they organized a vigilante squad to do it. In retelling this nearly forgotten piece of American history, Linda Gordon brilliantly recreates and dissects the tangled intersection of family and racial values, in a gripping story that resonates with today's conflicts over the "best interests of the child."
