Books Like Arabel's Raven
Families who loved Arabel's Raven by Joan Aiken often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Arabel's Raven by Joan Aiken often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your household feels a bit like a circus and you want to celebrate the messy, unpredictable nature of unconditional love. It is the perfect choice for a child who tends to root for the underdog or the troublemaker, offering a humorous way to discuss patience and the bonds that form in the midst of chaos. The story follows young Arabel and Mortimer, a large, eccentric raven her father rescues after a roadside accident. Mortimer is far from a perfect pet: he eats stairs, causes property damage, and only says 'Kaark' and 'Nevermore.' Yet, through these domestic disasters, the book highlights the beauty of empathy and family loyalty. It is a fantastic bridge for 7 to 10 year olds moving into longer chapter books, using absurdist humor to show that being different is something to be embraced rather than fixed.
