Review of "Dumb" Orphans

[Kathy Hart 2]

[Following is a volunteer review of ""Dumb" Orphans" by Allan Low.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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"Dumb" Orphans by Allan Low is a well-written, enjoyable and compelling story that kept me interested. It reminded me very much of visiting with a longtime friend in which the conversation flows comfortably and smoothly into the wee hours of the night.

The author did a great job at allowing the reader to get to know the characters. The group of orphans epitomize strength (both of will and of character), positivity, cohesiveness, and indomitable spirit. They became a functioning unit and learned how to get work done efficiently by using their personal strengths and interests to best aid the group. This continued all through the years, no matter the distance between them.

This story would make a great addition to the curriculum for various grade levels. For the primary grades, discussions of bullying, inclusivity, and teamwork could be brought into play. For older students, the story could certainly invoke conversations surrounding the themes of overcoming barriers and tragedies, inclusivity, pandemics, as well as the whole idea of Haves and Have Nots.

It takes a lot for a book to earn a strong rating but this one well deserves 5 out of 5 stars for many reasons. The author took a serious topic and turned it into a story that was more palatable for the readers while making sure that the topic itself was not diminished. Dividing the story up into three books was a great idea as it allowed for the readers to move onward through the years with the orphans as well as seeing their lives through varying perspectives. The design of the cover and the illustrations throughout the book added even more to the story. They were simply drawn images that depicted the story perfectly. The words and style used by the author added to the overall enjoyment of the book. It truly felt as if the author was in front of me telling me a story. While there were maybe one or two things in the way of spelling and punctuation that made me pause for a second, I ultimately decided that they were more a style choice than they were errors. I felt that this book was well written and well edited...once again, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read.

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"Dumb" Orphans
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