The book weaves together the stories of three young musicians who all share a common bond: a mysterious harmonica. The movie tracks very effectively the progress of the harmonica from generation to generation, and ends with a perfect line: “I think we all know who the real hero is, the harmonica. Echo, written by Pam Muñoz Ryan, is a breathtaking novel that transports readers through time and across continents. 2016 Newbery Honor BookNew York Times BestsellerAn impassioned, uplifting, and virtuosic. I enjoyed the odd occasional detours, like how Ivy’s school is a literal dumpster with a literal duck-teacher. by Pam Muoz Ryan Related Edition: Spanish-Language.
I liked how every once in a while this movie went for the absurd touch, like how Friedrich’s dad somehow turned into a pillow when he was in jail, or this exchange: “Ivy, I’m going to go join the war.” “Oh, cool, brother!” “Don’t tell our parents, though.” “That seems sensible.” The cinematography and editing were brisk and effective, but I also appreciated how when Ivy can’t go to the same school as Suzan, the camera lingers on her as we feel her pain. Judges’ Remarks: I loved this irreverent, screwball adaptation of Echo, which uses snarky narration and a breakneck pace to sprint us through this complicated multi-generational story! The performances were quite funny, from the narrator (“Where’s Gretel? I’m freaking out here, guys!”) to the ketchup-loving evil Nazi general, to the ludicrous rich old lady, to Ivy and Suzan and Ivy’s brother-this production did a great job of making do with just a few actors taking multiple roles! The costumes were resourceful, from the fake mustaches and birthmark to the hats and uniforms. Reviewed by Kathy Thornhill, Zauel Memorial Library Click here to find this book in our catalog.Adapted by Isabella Hoyt and Bella B (2020) Their stories are linked by their musical talents and fate bringing Otto’s harmonica into their lives, coming together in a triumphant conclusion at New York’s Carnegie Hall. Michael and his brother are orphans, trying to stay together, and Ivy faces prejudice because she’s Mexican and her friends are Japanese. Friedrich and his father must escape Nazi Germany because they don’t fall into line with Hitler’s grand scheme. Each child has a musical gift and is faced with personal struggles.
This harmonica ties Otto with three other children-Friedrich in Germany during the Third Reich, an orphan Michael during the Great Depression and Ivy during World War II. In return for their help, he promises to help break the curse by carrying their spirits hidden in a magical mouth harp-what we know today as a harmonica, and passing the instrument along to the right person at the right time. Long ago, a boy named Otto was lost in the woods and rescued by three sisters imprisoned there by a witch’s curse. Echo (English, Hardcover, Ryan Pam,Munoz) Language: English Binding: Hardcover Publisher: Scholastic US Genre: Juvenile Fiction ISBN: 9780439874021. When I did, all I could think was, “Wow.” I just read it this morning and couldn’t put it down.
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