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Powerfully told in sparse language that is evocative of the landscape and spirit of the prairies. When Emaline's father abandons the family farm in Saskatchewan after an accident that disbles her, her mother hires Angus, a patient at the local mental hospital to help run the farm, much to to consternation of their neighbours. In coming to know Angus, Emaline learns about prejudice against those who are different. Suitable for upper elementary, junior high.

A powerful and disturbing picture book, whose illustrations won the Governor General’s Award for French language picture books. It could take place any place or any time, when a child’s world is turned upside-down because her family is being driven from their home. For older children or even adults.