- Nene Award (Hawaii)
- Charlie May Simon Book Award (Arkansas)
- School Library Journal Best Book
- ALA Notable Children’s Book
- Newbery Medal
- Golden Archer Award (Wisconsin)
- Parents' Choice Gold Award
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CRITIC'S CORNER
“With his flair for persuading readers to believe in the ridiculous, Fleischman scores a hit.”
Publishers Weekly
“A rollicking tale of adventure and mistaken identity, written in a style reminiscent of 19th-century melodrama.”
Kirkus Reviews
“A top–notch read–aloud.”
Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Eminently satisfying.”
ALA Booklist
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Photo credit: Kevin O'Malley
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Sid Fleischman
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