| Title | : | Violet Mackerel's Remarkable Recovery (Violet Mackerel, #2) |
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| ISBN | : | 1921529180 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9781921529184 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages | : | 112 |
| Publication | : | First published April 1, 2011 |
VIOLET MACKEREL has to have her tonsils out. Violet does NOT think this is a good idea. She prefers NOT to have things taken out. But the tonsils have to go. And that’s okay, because maybe Violet will make the most REMARKABLE RECOVERY ever.
Violet Mackerel's Remarkable Recovery (Violet Mackerel, #2) Reviews
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Absolutely adorable. When you're nervous, do you have butterflies or rhinoceroses in your tummy? And what verses can you add to that nice nanny's song about Favorite Things?
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Reading the last chapter out loud, I noticed I was grinning and looked over to find the exact same expression on Clare's face.
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So, let’s celebrate a combined non-fiction and early chapter book series today, shall we? I’ve recently become a huge fan of Anna Branford. I read Violet Mackerel’s Brilliant Plot; Violet Mackerel’s Remarkable Recovery; How to Make Small Things with Violet Mackerel – by Anna Branford - Early Chapter Books – after I read another book from the Violet Mackerel series and I was simply enchanted with the beautiful philosophy and life experiences that Violet’s character has from needing to get her tonsils removed and making a special friend in the waiting room to how when Violet thinks she has a perfect plot on how to get an object it goes a little haywire. Violet is a character that reminded me that little things can be very special, you can slow down and make friends with certain people, and a single parent home should be naturally introduced in more novels
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These books are adorable 🥰
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It wasn't that great.
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‘Violet Mackerel’s Remarkable Recovery’ is the second book of the series ‘Violet Mackerel’ by Anna Branford, and just as amazing as the first one.
In this story, young Violet learns that she has to go through a tonsillectomy, which is a rather intimidating experience for a girl of her age. But she also comes to know that it can change her voice and take her one step ahead toward her dream of becoming an opera singer. In spite of all the fear and nervousness associated with the operation, Violet keeps looking forward to making a remarkable recovery.
Violet’s vibrant imagination and unique way of looking at things make her a truly fascinating character. To make things better, the story comes with the lesson of appreciating the littlest things in life.
The book is short, fast-paced, and perfect for anyone looking for a light read. -
I wouldn’t have believed a book could be this perfect or that I could love a “Violet” book more than the first one, but this one comes together so sweetly and respects not only the intelligence of the young reader, but his wisdom as well. It manages to continue many of the quirks about Violet and her family in a totally believable way. Violet’s voice is as charming as ever and the many-layered plotting is so satisfying. An excellent sequel.
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Second of the Violet series and another book filled with warmth and charm emanating from the title character and the plot. A great and gentle read, nothing taxing and very quick to read, but thoroughly enjoyable - roll on #3!
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She found Iris Macdonald.
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This was just adorable. My library didn’t have the first one. I’ll have to find it.
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This book was really cute. I think I liked it even better than the first one. These books would be a good alternative if someone is looking for gentler and kinder book than the Ivy and Bean series.
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Violet has to have her tonsils out, so Doctor Singh says. She's not keen on the idea but when she's told her voice will sound different, she's happier. Perhaps she'll wind up with an opera-singing voice. (Certainly the chances of that happening with someone named Singh must be higher.) The prospect of a week of ice-cream is also a bit of an enticement.
At the hospital, while the butterflies in her stomach are behaving more like rhinoceroses on a rampage, she meets Iris MacDonald who is waiting to have her arm fixed. They promise that, after their remarkable recoveries, they will get together to compare notes over a cup of tea.
But they forget to exchange details. How will Violet get in touch with Iris? (And why does mum think Iris looks familiar? Could it possibly be that Iris is the midwife who is indirectly responsible for Violet's name?)
A warm fuzzy of a book. Not as quirky as the first and perhaps more accessible as a result. The delicate illustrations capture a soft mood and the interesting fonts are well... interesting. They add something emphatic to the book but I'm not quite sure what.
This is a book for young girls though I sometimes wondered about the level of the vocabulary.
Violet is still nicely eccentric. Vincent is now mum's boyfriend and his gentle, sensitive nature is evident. -
I loved this book! It's super sweet and simple, but with interesting plot turns, too.
When Violet comes down with tonsillitis yet again, her doctor decides to take out her tonsils. Violet's not so sure about this, until Dr. Singh (who does sing, although not because that's how his name sounds) tells her that she will be going to the hospital and then eating lots of ice cream.
Her doctor also mentions that some of his former patients have noticed a change in their voice, and that "remarkable recoveries" will take a few days. Violet interprets this to mean that she will soon have the voice of an opera singer! How exciting!
This upbeat, cozy story is a great choice for readers who are just starting to read chapter books; the large black and white illustrations add a lot of depth and whimsy to the text, making it also a perfect read-aloud book. Violet's family (and brand new friend) are wonderfully supportive throughout her whole remarkable recovery. -
Present Tense.
Chapter 1: V has tonsillitis.
Chapter 2: Finds out her mom's experience at the hospital (birthing her).
Chapter 3: Tells people about tonsillectomy.
Chapter 4: V gets so worried, it's like having rhinos in her stomach
Chapter 5: Old lady in waiting room helps comfort her because she has rhinos too.
Chapter 6: Recovery
Chapter 7: Looks for old lady.
Chapter 8: Prays, starts to feel better.
Chapter 9: Hears woman with same name on radio. Calls in.
Chapter 10: Meets old lady for tea. Discovers she helped birth Violet and give her her name. -
I borrowed this book for my niece who is anxious about having to have her tonsils out. I had to read it first (just to make sure it was appropriate of course). Well, what an absolutely gorgeous book. It has beautiful illustrations with a delightful story - I have no doubt it is going to be a hit with my niece. I love how the tonsillectomy becomes the minor story, and Violet throws all her attention into her quest to find Iris. Violet still has her concerns, but she works though them. This little book excited me, because it reminded me of the books I read when I was young. Loved it!
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Violet Mackerel's Remarkable Recovery, the second in the Violet Mackerel series, is just as wonderful as the first, Violet Mackerel's Brilliant Plot.
Violet and her family are beautifully drawn, both in words and pencil, and the feeling and thoughtfulness that is poured onto the page rebounds into your heart.
Recommended as a a great book for parents to read aloud to their young children. -
Cute story about a little girl with big ideas. I read it aloud to my 5yo, and we will probably read another in the series.
Violet has a theory that small gifts will give energy of some sort to the recipient. This doesn't turn out to be true exactly, but the debunking of her theory is so gentle that some kids might miss it. -
A unique book! I'm glad to see this is a series. In a rush I just grabbed it off the new book table at the library because it looked to be around our reading level and the first page read well. My crunchy friends will appreciate the shout-outs to home-birthing and knitting! I'll be on the lookout for other books in this series.
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Another little girl character I fell totally in love with as I read the first book in the series, discovering amongst others boxes of little things. Just like in the first book, Violet's sweet nature will warm your heart, her loving and very special family will capture any reader from the very first pages. I hope to see many more books in the series.
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Violet has a really sore throut. But at the hospital she meets a old lady called Iras Mcdonald. She tells Violet that she`s going to get her arm fixed and when she said that Violet thought she might get a super arm. Then Violet told her that she was going to get a tonsillectomy. And Iras Mcdonald thought that was a very brave thing to do. Mosty everyone was jealus about her.
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Violet Mackerel is in need of a tonsillectomy, and she is determined to make this not just a recovery, but a remarkable recovery.
Her doctor tells her that when her tonsils are removed, her voice might be a little different. Violet, being adorable and 7, decides this means she will have an opera voice.
Another adorable series parents with children ages 4 to 7 will enjoy reading aloud. -
A really lovely second book in one of my very favorite chapterbook series (along with Hilary McKay's "Lulu" series and Atinuke's "Anna Hibiscus"). It's less quirky than the first book in the series, but makes up for that in pure sweetness. MrD and I both really enjoyed it.
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It is really lovely how Anna Branford pulls together all the little things that happen to Violet, so that they work out. Personalities are big, but there is no excess at all in the writing. It is simple, clean, beautiful, and quirky.
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So very charming. <3's all around.
Darling story about a little girl getting her tonsils out. Violet Mackerel thinks in her very own way and loves boyish and girlish things, without Junie B's sassafras. PERFECT for those who don't love Junie B and aren't quite ready for Clementine. -
In this episode Violet faces having her tonsils out, and the related anxiety of facing the unknown. Works well as a story, as an identifiable character, and also serves well for anyone fearing procedures, health concerns, separation, etc.
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such a charming story. A little girl who is determined to continue a friendship with an older lady that she met in a hospital waiting room. Read it to my niece today who will read it again on her own.
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Branford's prose is lyrical at times, while being firmly grounded in an innocent child's perspective. It's almost like a Thomas Kincaid painting, but without getting so sappy as to fall into a Precious Moment. Totally made me tear up at the end.
