In 1943 Copenhagen, ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen and her family risk their lives to help Jewish friends escape the Nazi occupation.
Author
Lois Lowry
43 books in the catalog
Lois Lowry has 43 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly realistic fiction, middle grade and humor. The titles we've reviewed span 1600 to 2013.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–17, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
In a harsh future society that discards the weak, a gifted weaver named Kira must navigate political intrigue while discovering the dark secrets of her village.
This book follows the life and experiences of a young boy named Sam.
A young girl named Elizabeth experiences the impact of her father's political activism and the subsequent family upheaval during the McCarthy era.
Anastasia Krupnik navigates the complexities of growing up, dealing with family, school, and her own evolving thoughts and feelings.
A young girl named Anna spends a summer with her aunt and uncle, dealing with illness and loss.
A quirky and confident young girl named Gooney Bird arrives at a new school and shakes things up with her unique approach.
Four neglected children embark on a perilous journey to escape their cruel guardians and find a better life, facing numerous challenges along the way.
A young boy encounters a magical, sentient being called Gossamer who helps him.
This book features the quirky and energetic Gooney Bird Greene, who brings her unique personality and ideas to her new school.
Young Sam Krupnik decides he wants to be a zookeeper for Future Job Day, leading to a charming exploration of his interests and family life.
A young girl named Anya is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in the countryside during wartime, finding solace in a stray dog.
Thirteen-year-old Anastasia Krupnik navigates the awkwardness of puberty and family changes by seeking advice from a mail-order bust of Sigmund Freud.
A young girl is tasked with caring for a mischievous and demanding parrot named Terrific.
Twelve-year-old Anastasia Krupnik takes a summer job as a companion for a wealthy woman, only to discover she is actually expected to be a maid.
Anastasia, a modern-day girl, is transported back in time to live as a Russian princess.
A young boy named Miguel lives in a Spanish village and dreams of becoming a shepherd, facing the challenges of family expectations and the harsh realities of life.
In a colorless, regulated society where emotions are suppressed, twelve-year-old Jonas is chosen to inherit the community's collective memories.
The quirky and charming Gooney Bird continues to bring her unique spirit and wisdom to her school.
A young girl named Willow is sent to live with her aunt in a small town after her parents' death, where she finds solace in nature and art.
This story follows a young girl named Sarah who is preparing for a special birthday ball. It explores themes of friendship, kindness, and overcoming shyness.
Gooney Bird, a quirky and imaginative new student, brings her unique personality to her elementary school class.
Gooney Bird returns to school, bringing her unique style and confidence to new adventures and challenges.
A young girl named Sarah navigates the challenges of growing up and finding her place in the world.
The quirky and energetic Gooney Bird enters a new school and brings her unique personality to the classroom.
Jonas, now a Receiver of Memory, must decide whether to return memories to his community.
A young boy named Ben, who cannot speak, is sent to live with his aunt and uncle and discovers a hidden talent for painting.
A young boy is raised in a secluded commune and eventually discovers the outside world and his true identity.
A young girl named Annemarie protects her Jewish friend Ellen from Nazi persecution in Denmark.
Sam struggles with school and home life, dealing with a new baby sibling and changing family dynamics.
Anastasia Krupnik navigates the complexities of family, friendship, and growing up in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Sam, a young boy, navigates the challenges of family life, school, and his own developing personality.
Anastasia Krupnik navigates the challenges of growing up, family, and school in this humorous novel.
A young girl named Indigo struggles with her identity and fitting in at a new school.
J.P., a young boy, faces a difficult decision that impacts his family and friends.
A boy navigates adolescence and family secrets in a small town, grappling with his identity and the complexities of human relationships.
Anastasia Krupnik, a thoughtful and observant young girl, grapples with her family's changes and her own evolving desires for her future.
Anastasia Krupnik navigates the complexities of family life and her own burgeoning feelings as she turns thirteen.
Two siblings, a boy and a girl, magically switch bodies and must learn to live each other's lives and understand their differences.
Anastasia Krupnik faces challenges and changes as she grows up.
A young boy is sent to live with his eccentric uncle and navigates a series of unusual events.
Anastasia Krupnik, a quirky and introspective middle schooler, navigates family dynamics and her own evolving thoughts.
A young girl named Caroline grapples with her mother's past and her own identity during a summer visit to her grandmother.
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