The Unforgotten Coat Audiobook

" I so admire Cottrell Boyce's light touch with important themes. I also love this book's art design, with the lined pages and photographs integrated into the story--it gives it such a real feeling, while all the while you're wondering what kind of story it will turn out to be. I'm very glad to have gotten a chance to read it unspoiled as I think knowing the ending must change the way you read it a lot. "

" A heart warming and enthralling tale that, although strictly speaking a children's book, I'd recommend to everyone. For me the sign of a good book is one that moves you and also leaves you wanting to know more, this was a hit on both counts. I found it engaging and un-put-downable and will definitely be looking to find out more about both Mongolia and also the experiences of children from other countries who come to live in the UK. "

" Using polaroids to supplement the story was effective. Author afterword also interesting. "

" Being a friend can be hard, but well worth the effort. The format of this books should interest all ages! "

" This was a cute little book with a sweet story line. It was a quick read, but it was worth it. And the Polaroid photographs that go along with the story add so much more. "

" This book was about Mongolia, so you think I would have been devouring it and giving it 5 stars. I liked it better than the other book I brought with me on vacation, but I wasn't blown away by it. "

" Absolutely beautifully done. Simple and poignant. Delicately, achingly affecting. "

" Immigration story told from a young girl's perspective. "

" short and sweet. reminiscent of his other work, millions, of which i was a big fan. "

" Short and simple but powerful story about understanding different cultures. The narrator is an 11 year old Liverpool girl meeting two boys from Mongolia. All of us enjoyed listening to this on our car trip. "

" Lot of punch for such a short book about two brothers from Mongolia and their "good guide" outside of Liverpool. "

" Another good children's book by this great author. Not funny like Cosmic, but creative and compelling in its simplicity. "

" I really loved this book. It's concepts may be too mature for very young readers, but as an adult, I really enjoyed it. "

" A wonderfully written immigration tale about two brothers trying to survive and their Good Guide. I loved the polaroid pics throughout, too. Also, highly suggest reading the afterward. Recommended ages 9-12yrs. "

" I loved this book. Like others by Frank Cottrell Boyce, it had a voice of it's own, and is like no other story I can recall. "

" Short and sweet. A really good story. Lots of pictures to attract the reluctant reader. Good suspense and a quick read. I love Frank Cottrell Boyce and look forward to any new book of his that I find. "

" Unusual story about 2 mysterious boys that come to school in the U.K. claiming they are from Mongolia. Written from perspective of a girl at the school that befriended them, looking back at the time. Includes copies of Polaroid photos that boys took; provides a hint of mystery. "

" A wonderful, odd book. Very compelling characters. clt "

" I was unsure of this book because it seemed so different from his others, but in the end I quite enjoyed it. I suspect it will stay with me for some time. It would make a great read-aloud in an upper elementary or middle school classroom. "

" Lot of punch for such a short book about two brothers from Mongolia and their "good guide" outside of Liverpool. "

" delightful and interesting short story about a coat left at a primary school by a mongolian student when they were studying at a school in bootle based loosely on a true story well worth reading "

" I loved this book. Like others by Frank Cottrell Boyce, it had a voice of it's own, and is like no other story I can recall. "

" Short but powerful story about two Mongolian refugee brothers and their impact on their school and one classmate in particular. As in all Cottrell Boyce's writing, empathy and humour are the reader's constant companions. "

" A wonderfully written immigration tale about two brothers trying to survive and their Good Guide. I loved the polaroid pics throughout, too. Also, highly suggest reading the afterward. Recommended ages 9-12yrs. "

" A definite Joliet Reads possibility for students in gr. 4-5, this book packs a powerful punch in less than 100 pages! "

" This is one great book. The voice of the middle-school girl character is spot-on. An important discussion of immigration is sustained in this exploration of people and places. Highly recommended as a classroom read-aloud and for young readers interested in other cultures. "

" This is one of those books that you read through, feeling as if you're really on to something special. Then it ends, and you wonder, "What exactly just happened here?" "Did I like this, or..." "