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Caleb's Story Audiobook
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The third book in the series that began with the Newbery Medal–winning Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan. This audio edition is narrated by Glenn Close.
Anna has done something terrible. She has given me a journal to fill.
"It's your job now," Anna says as she hands Caleb her journals, asking him to continue writing the family story. But Sarah, Jacob, Anna, Caleb, and their new little sister, Cassie, have already formed a family, and Caleb fears there will be nothing left to write about. That is, before Cassie discovers a mysterious old man in the barn, and everything changes. Everyone is excited about the arrival of a new family member—except for Jacob, who holds a bitter grudge. Only the special love of Caleb, and the gift he offers, can help to mend the pain of the past.
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"Patricia MacLachlan has made another sequel to Sarah, Plain, and Tall and it is still as great at the first and second book! In this book we meet a strange man with one big secret - He's Caleb's grandfather! Caleb's father, Jacob, is angry when he finds out his father is at their house, but with some work their relationship is bound back together."
— Sarah (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Heartwarming…Fans of the first two books will enjoy learning more about this resourceful and loving family.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“An excellent work of historical fiction, a satisfying sequel, and an inspiring tale about love and forgiveness.”
— School Library Journal -
“MacLachlan’s spare yet elegant prose conveys the deep feelings of the characters as they work through a difficult time…Series fans will welcome this, but it’s also a solid offering that can stand on its own.”
— Booklist -
“Newbery Medalist MacLachlan continues the story of the Witting family, with the believable characters readers have come to know and love…MacLachlan’s appreciative readers will savor this new addition to the chronicle of a delightful family, and many will be hoping for another volume in the series so we can learn precocious Cassie’s story as she grows older.”
— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
Caleb's Story Listener Reviews
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" Grandpa shows up after leaving when Papa was young. Caleb teaches him how to read. Change of heart story. "
— Marilyn, 1/30/2014 -
" Very touching he is so sweet "
— Maggie, 1/21/2014 -
" Amazing story of forgiveness and family ties. "
— Rosalee, 1/19/2014 -
" This is what happens after skylark. You will fall in love with these books just as i did. "
— Marianne, 1/16/2014 -
" Sequel to Sarah, Plain and Tall. "
— Krista, 1/4/2014 -
" Book 3 of Sarah, Plain and Tall series. "
— Kaye, 1/4/2014 -
" Moar sequels! Maybe it's because I'm an adult, but it was obvious to me that Caleb's grandfather couldn't read. So the big build up to the reveal was annoying - but it is a children's book. Anywho, rounds out the story nicely. "
— Amber, 1/2/2014 -
" If you liked Sarah Plain and Tall then you will like this one too. "
— Maggie, 12/31/2013 -
" Read this to a 4th grade class. I was very impressed with the life lessons involved, so to speak, for a book geared toward the elementary schooler. "
— Katie, 12/5/2013 -
" I'm so glad I read all 3 of her books about this family: Sarah, Plain and Tall, Skylark, and Caleb's Story. Now I wish she had written another one! I LOVE to read books that are set in the "old" days! "
— Shannon, 12/2/2013 -
" Another marvelous story by MacLachlan . . . "
— Fay, 11/13/2013 -
" The story how Jacob's father reeneters his life and how Caleb helps bring the family together! "
— Michellesiegel, 11/10/2013 -
" it was very misterious and good "
— Sophie, 10/28/2013 -
" Didn't enjoy this book. Had a hard time getting through it. Well written, just not my interest. "
— Jessica, 10/10/2013 -
" Makes me cry everytime I read it! I espeically love the part when Grandfather starts writing a letter to Jacob. That's the part when I always cry. "
— Tiffanychau69, 8/4/2013 -
" so much drama in this story!!! it should be a made for tv movie. Read Laura Ingalls Wilder instead. SO MUCH BETTER! "
— Teri, 5/30/2013 -
" When Anna gives her younger brother her diary to fill in, He thinks it was a terrible idea. "
— Meadow, 5/19/2013 -
" Eh. Kinda short and kinda repeated what the first two stories had already mentioned. "
— Ally, 5/6/2013 -
" It is a great book! Just not quite my favorite, but still very good! I definitely recommend this book!! "
— Delaney, 4/22/2013 -
" um this book i read in school 4 a asignment but it was ok "
— Blueyedbeauty97, 4/17/2013 -
" the continued story of Sarah, plain and tall. This one is also good with a little more feeling. "
— Krista, 3/24/2013 -
" I liked reading this story from Caleb's point of view. The tale takes place several years after Skylark and the story develops differently than the other two. It demonstrates the powerful influence young people can have to encourage the significant adults in their lives to live better. "
— Melinda, 3/13/2013 -
" I love this series and think this book is far better than Skylark the second book. The writing is so peaceful. Definitely worth reading. "
— Michelle, 12/1/2012 -
" It is very good. I really enjoyed it. "
— Itamar, 4/9/2012 -
" My favorite in the series. "
— Kelcey, 3/29/2012 -
" A very moving story, written in simple, beautiful prose. Teaches a great lesson about family love and overcoming past pain to move on towards forgiveness. "
— Betsy, 3/18/2012 -
" This was a really good book!! "
— Kristina, 10/12/2011 -
" Out of the four books in the series, this one was my kids' favorite. Maybe because of the mystery. Maybe because of the healing that takes place. It was a good warm-hearted read all around! I got a little teary eyed up at the end. "
— Laura, 6/5/2011 -
" Didn't care for this historical fiction "
— Yanfriends, 5/23/2011 -
" Read for school....kind of GAG. Although maybe I'm not being fair.<br/>But, kind of, GAG. "
— Maddie, 5/16/2011 -
" I forgot how wonderful this book is. Reading it as a short story rather than a children's book made it more poignant. "
— Alice, 5/14/2011 -
" A classic story for young readers. I think kids need to know about simpler times, right?! "
— Lori, 5/11/2011 -
" Sweet, short book. Somehow I managed not to cry at the end. "
— Jennifer, 5/6/2011 -
" Read it with my son's reading group at school. Sparse, beautiful prose and true feelings. Loved it! "
— Tiffany, 5/4/2011 -
" I used this book during my PTLS lessons. I used it to introduce the way people lived during the Dust Bowl. Great book to talk about character development during that tough time. "
— Yates, 4/28/2011 -
" I really liked this book. Easy read and great story. Took all of 40ish minutes. It is simple yet wonderful story. "
— Jacque, 4/26/2011 -
" Very quick read, good for 1st thru 3rd. "
— Heather, 4/23/2011 -
" it was ok, I had to read it for school. "
— Fawnshine, 4/16/2011 -
" It was good. Really good! "
— Garrett, 4/10/2011 -
" A Newbery medal winner, Sarah, Plain and Tall tells of a single father advertising for a wife to come live out in the prarie with his two children, a son and daughter. Quite a wonderful story for older children. It is a small chapter book of the adventure of how the characters become a family. "
— Cheyanne, 4/9/2011 -
" An easy, fast, light read, providing insight to early pioneering life on the Plains. I'd recommend the Little House books and Caddie Woodlawn over this one though. "
— Therese, 4/8/2011 -
" A great read aloud for my second graders. I didn't think they were very into it at first, until one day I stopped reading early and they all asked to keep going. Very cute story about the beginnings of a family who learn to love each other. "
— Alissa, 4/4/2011
About Patricia MacLachlan
Patricia MacLachlan is the celebrated author of many timeless books for young readers, including Sarah, Plain and Tall, winner of the Newbery Medal.
About Glenn Close
Glenn Close is best known for her many Oscar-nominated roles in film, including the psychotic mistress in Fatal Attraction and in an Emmy-winning role on FX’s Damages. In her career she has been Oscar-nominated five times, won three Tony awards, an Obie, three Emmys, two Golden Globes, and a Screen Actors Guild Award.