Its probable that donna jo napolis books first sparked my interest in historical fiction with beast being the most memorable. She loves to garden and bake bread, and even dreams of moving to the woods and becoming a naturalist. Beast by donna jo napoli read by robert ramirez audiobook sync. Based on the fairy tale rapunzel, the story is told in alternating chapters from the point of view of zel, her mother, and the nobleman who pursues her, and delves into the psychological motivations of each of the characters. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. I enjoyed this story because donna jo napoli tells the point of view of zel s adopted mother who is the villain in this classic fairy tale. Donna jo napoli writes for all ages, from picture books through young adult books.
Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Donna jo napoli has created a very special atmosphere in zel that keeps you gripped until the very end. Zel begins to have thoughts of a life of her own and zels mother is fearful of her. They live in a cabin in the mountains and zel lives a pretty normal life by all means. This book has more of a brothers grimms feel than a charles perrault feel in that it does not cover up the gritty realities of life. For years mother raises zel and loves zel as any mother would. Donna jo napoli is the acclaimed and awardwinning author of many novels, both fantasies and contemporary stories.
Defintely worth its money and more, donna jo napoli is a goddess and think this book would be appreciated by all. Second, i thought that because this is quite the slim book, id zip right. Cadden, mike, the irony of narration in the young adult novel, childrens literature association quarterly, 2000, 25, 146154. Donna jo napoli is a remarkable author, enriching and illuminating this particular fairytale, making each fantasy element seem not quite as impossible as one might think. Donna jo napoli books list of books by author donna jo napoli.
Donna jo napoli author of zel goodreads share book. She has earned three degrees from harvard university. But zel is growing and changing, and looks forward to the day when she will have her own house and family. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Donna jo napoli booklist donna jo napoli message board. Second, i thought that because this is quite the slim book. Donna jo napoli has taken the story of rapunzel and rewoven it into a psychological study that is both chilling and heartrending. Zel is most definitely young adult as there are themes and topics covered in this book which are a little disturbing. Read the magic circle by donna jo napoli available from rakuten kobo. Napolis genius in recrafting folk and fairy tales into young adult novels shines in this retelling of. Her novel zel was named an american bookseller pick of the lists, a publishers weekly best book, a bulletin blue ribbon, and a school library journal best book, and a. The magic circle ebook by donna jo napoli 9781101665657. An irish princess tale by donna jo napoli and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
But zels mother sees the future unfolding and she will do the unspeakable to prevent zel from leaving her. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. If she keeps far enough away from humans, perhaps she wont be forced to hurt. By the end of the story, i actually pitied the mother who was consumed by jealousy and fear of loneliness. Donna jo napoli once again weaves the magic she has shown in books like crazy jack and zel, transforming a wellknown fairy tale into an unforgettable epic of duty, love, and redemption. This article demonstrates how donna jo napoli changes generic conventions and reworks discursive. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required.
Field honor book given by the pennsylvania library. High in the mountains, zel lives with her mother, who insists they have all they need for they have each other. At various times her house and yard have been filled with dogs, cats, birds, and rabbits. Donna jo napoli was born the youngest of four children in miami, february 28, 1948, to an italianamerican family. This lush novel begins at a leisurely pace in persia before prince orasmyn. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Robert ramirezs narration captures all the anguish and struggle of orasmyns quest to regain his humanity. High in the mountains, zel lives with her mother, who insists they have all they need because they have each other.
Donna jo napoli is both a linguist and a writer of childrens and ya fiction. Donna jo napoli is the author of crazy jack, the magic circle, stones in water, and many other books. Unfortunately, her mother, imprisoned by her hatred at having no husband of her own, locks zel. Some of her most popular books are zel, beast, ugly, bound, and stones in water. Donna jo napoli gives the story of rapunzel a psychological twist in zel. She is a happy and innocent girl, taking delight in simple pleasures and content with her fairly isolated world. Zel, the twelfth letter in the ottoman turkish alphabet. The download period is now over, but you can locate a cd or download at.
Cadden, mike, the irony of narration in the young adult novel, childrens literature. Zel by donna jo napoli by donna jo napoli by donna jo napoli by donna jo napoli. Zel audiobook by donna jo napoli 9780525628378 rakuten. Zel by donna jo napoli is not at all what id expected. The mother can have her rapunzel and the barren women will have zel. I enjoyed this story because donna jo napoli tells the point of view of zel. After correcting an eyesight problem left undiagnosed until the age of 10, napoli became an avid reader. Zel lives on an isolated swiss alm where mother insists they have everything, for they have each other. Donna jo napoli is the author of more than fifty books for children, including many picture books and novels for tweens and teens. This acclaimed book by donna jo napoli is available at in several formats for your ereader. Zels life is peaceful and protected until a chance encounter changes everything. Donna jo napoli once again weaves the magic she has shown in books like crazy jack and zel, transforming a wellknown fairy tale into an.
Which book would you like to read for our march theme selection. She is a carefree young girl who loves her mother dearly. Fiction based on the fairy tale rapunzel, the story is told in alternating chapters from the point of view of zel, her mother, and the nobleman who pursues her, and delves into the psychological motivations of each of the characters. Find a library or download libby an app by overdrive. Donna jo napoli once again weaves the magic she has shown in books like crazy jack and zel, transforming a wellknown fairy tale into an unforgettable epic of. Donna jo napoli born february 28, 1948 is an american writer of childrens and young adult.
Her novel zel was named an american bookseller pick of the lists, a publishers weekly best book, a bulletin blue ribbon, and a school library journal best book, and a number of her novels have been selected as ala best books. It is in town that mother leaves zel with the blacksmith so she can get zel. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. Zel by donna jo napoli posted on august 16, 2015 by sarah this retelling of rapunzel was probably one of the strangest, creepiest, most bizarre fairy tale retellings i have found in a long time. Zel, book by donna jo napoli mass market paperback. Zel by napoli, donna jo, 1948publication date 1998. Start reading zel on your kindle in under a minute.
Her childrens books have been translated into chinese, danish, dutch, german, greek. Dutton childrens books, 1996 based on the fairy tale rapunzel, the story is told in alternating chapters from the point of view of zel, her mother, and the nobleman who pursues her, and delves into the psychological motivations of each of the characters. Zel by donna jo napoli overdrive rakuten overdrive. When she meets a beautiful young prince at the market one day, she is profoundly moved by new emotions. But zel s mother sees the future unfolding and she will do the unspeakable to prevent zel. Mothers chapters were definitely my favorite parts of the book. I didnt really get to know zel or konrad very well, however. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. First, from that cover, i believed the book to be aimed at a much younger audience. Zel lives with mother in a remote cottage in switzerland. This article demonstrates how donna jo napoli changes generic conventions and reworks. High in the mountains, zel lives with her mother, who insists they have all th.
Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. The glimpses into the nature of love, the abuse of children, the gift of free spirit and the reality of faith are thoughtprovoking and set off all kinds of discussions. Download and enjoy your favorite donna jo napoli audiobooks instantly today to your mobile phone, tablet, laptop or desktop at. Buy the mass market paperback book zel by donna jo napoli at indigo. A passionate, painful elaboration of the story of rapunzel, from the author who did the same for hansel and gretel in the magic circle 1993. Zel s life is peaceful and protected, isbn 9780141167 buy the zel ebook. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Written by donna jo napoli, audiobook narrated by catherine byers. Zel by napoli, donna jo, 1948publication date 1996 topics. Donna jo napoli has 106 books on goodreads with 119743 ratings.
Sep 10, 2015 donna jo napoli is the acclaimed and awardwinning author of many novels, both fantasies and contemporary stories. Feb 24, 2015 beast ebook written by donna jo napoli. She is the chairperson of the linguistics department at swarthmore college. A woman unable to bear children but unable to exist without a child sells her soul for an eldritch power over all plants, bullies her terrified neighbors into giving up their newborn daughter, and spirits. Zel s life is peaceful and protected until a chance encounter changes everything. Listen to zel by donna jo napoli available from rakuten kobo. She has taught on the university level since 1970, is widely published in scholarly journals and has received numerous grants and fellowships in the area of. Iata code for bella bella campbell island airport, british columbia, canada. She is the chairperson of the linguistics department at. I am always confident when picking up a book from this author that the material is well researched yet still suspenseful and not bogged down by someone trying too ha. Suggested by sme whitney houston greatest love of all official video song i will always love you.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read beast. Zel by donna jo napoli author catherine byers narrator. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Zel lives on an alm in the alps of 16th century switzerland, alone with mother, the only real company she has had for her nearly years. Luckily, this is a book that can be read in one night. See all books authored by donna jo napoli, including treasury of greek mythology, and treasury of egyptian mythology, and more on. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read zel. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Zel by donna jo napoli 4 editions first published in 1996 download daisy. Napolis genius in recrafting folk and fairy tales into young adult novels shines in. Sep 01, 1996 zel by donna jo napoli is not at all what id expected. Zel isbn 9780141167 pdf epub donna jo napoli ebook.