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Crispin

The Cross of Lead

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Crispin

By: Avi
Narrated by: Ron Keith
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Newbery Medal winner The Cross of Lead is "a page-turner from beginning to end … full of adventure, mystery, and action" (School Library Journal).

Sometimes I ran, sometimes all I could do was walk. All I knew was that if the steward overtook me, I’d not survive for long.…

Crispin is a poor thirteen-year-old peasant in medieval England. Accused of a crime he did not commit, he has been declared a "wolf’s head," meaning he may be killed on sight, by anyone. He flees his tiny village with nothing but his mother’s cross of lead.

In the English countryside, Crispin meets a man named Bear, who forces Crispin to become his servant yet encourages him to think for himself. But as Crispin’s enemies draw ever closer, he is pulled right into the fortress of his foes, where he must find a way to save their very lives.

A master of breathtaking plot twists and vivid characters, award-winning author Avi brings the full force of his storytelling powers to the world of medieval England.

©2002 Avi (P)2002 Recorded Books, LLC Action & Adventure Chapter Books & Readers Historical Historical Fiction Intermediate Readers Literature & Fiction Medieval Classics Fiction Middle Ages Village Adventure

Critic reviews

"Avi's plot is engineered for maximum thrills, with twists, turns and treachery aplenty, but it's the compellingly drawn relationship between Crispin and Bear that provides the heart of this story." (Publishers Weekly)
Engaging Adventure • Historical Authenticity • Vivid Characterization • Unexpected Twists • Skillful Voice Acting
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Crispin is a riveting story, and the performance really enhances the experience.

What did you like best about this story?

It was great through and through, but I really loved how the first chapter and the last chapter reflect each other. It shows how well thought out this book really is!

Which scene was your favorite?

I loved the scene where Crispin rescues Bear.

Great book! Great Performance!

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The book has me guessing as to what would happen next. Love that the main character finds friendship and is finally loved and cared for by someone. Bad guy gets his come uppings.

Unexpected ending

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a book of action and adventure, makes you never want to close the book. Avi knows how to keep a reader in suspense.
I suggest this book for 4th grade and up, girls and boys. Love it.

amazing story

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Could not put it down! Wonderful book for a young teen girl or boy, or adult !

Great Story!

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This is among the best historical fiction novels I have ever heard! I would strongly recommend this book to those who enjoy action and adventure!

Awesome book!

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Very much like this Audible. When I was in school I could never get in to this book. After I read along with this app I very much enjoyed it!

Enjoy

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Compelling, and hard to put down. I love the reading, he brings the characters to life.

Really engaging piece of historical fiction.

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I had read this book as a kid and wanted to revisit it. I couldn’t stop myself from listening to this story. I had forgotten what a sweet little story it is!

Great narration and a great story!

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Couldn’t stop listening! Had to find out what happened next! Great adventure story that keeps you guessing what’s next.

Great adventurous, keeps you wanting to turn the page.

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My daughter says, "Cathy , unexpected, keeps you in suspense. Great read! Favorite character , the widow."

Don't read at night!

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