![]() ![]() KC: Do you have a sequel in the works? (I hope so!) ![]() I loved the idea of mixing the mystery and allegory of The Little Prince with the survivalist and adult-free setting. Somehow, those books mingled in my head, and the island was born. We talked about the more mysterious elements of the book, and the difficult ending… Then, shortly after that, we read My Side of the Mountain, and my sons were enthralled with the idea of living off the land, all by themselves, without grownups. Laurel Snyder: This book started after reading at night with my kids, a few years back! First we finished The Little Prince, and it led to some really interesting conversations, different from any we’d had before. Kirsti Call: My kids and I love Orphan Island. I’m thrilled to welcome Laurel Snyder to Writer’s Rumpus so she can answer some of my unanswered questions! The book is beautifully written, compelling and thought provoking. ![]() Her conflicted feelings about growing up and the magical consequences of her decisions are poignant and moving. The magical island of childhood is all Jinny knows. The magical realism of this book accurately portrays childhood and the confusing feelings of growing up. She’s grown up on a magical Island that she doesn’t want to leave, even when it’s her turn to take the boat. Jinny is a likable yet flawed main character with a problem. ![]()
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