Publisher: Candlewick (October 12, 2010)
Hardcover: 355 pages
After her parents' divorce, Katla and her mother move from Los Angeles to Norse Falls, Minnesota, where Kat immediately alienates two boys at her high school and, improbably, discovers a kinship with a mysterious group of elderly women--the Icelandic Stork Society - who "deliver souls." (Source)
Review
STORK, by Wendy Delsol, was an unexpected treasure. As a first-time novelist, Delsol truly captured my attention with the magical world of the storks and the ancient history of Norse Falls. I was captivated by the amazing visual descriptions of Kat's dreams and the mysterious connection between her and Jack.
This LA chic-chick was thrust into the world of the Icelandic Stork Society without a clue. Some welcomed her into this sacred and ancient society while others shunned her. This went the same way in school. But Kat was strong in her own right and persevered, until she met Jack. Jack and Kat's relationship rivaled those of other young adult romances. They both wanted each other but felt a secret keeping them apart. Kat's independence was splintered by Jack's hot and cold emotion towards her. This tension kept me wanting more. I felt like Jack and Kat went through so many ups and downs right off the bat that it was just right for them to be together. They both dealt with each others negatives but were still connected to each other mentally and physically. And the past that they shared was breath-taking and beautiful.
I absolutely loved the creative history that Delsol described in this book. The Stork Society was unlike anything I have ever read and I really enjoyed getting lost in this new and unfamiliar world full of unique customs. The dreams that Kat experienced were depicted so well that I felt like I was in them. The events in each dream were so random and full of meaning, I felt like I was in a dream myself. I truly appreciate the messages in dreams, and Kat's were full of hidden meaning that she had to figure out. Much of Kat's involvement with the Storks was full of firsts. She was the youngest Stork and had connections to the baby that others usually did not experience. She was truly one-of-a-kind. There was a lot of room for more questions to be answered so I am very happy there is a sequel coming!
I really liked the cover of this book. The girl portrayed was a perfect fit for how Kat was. The bleach-blonde hair and secretive smirk says so much, and the appearance of the stork added to it.
Delsol did an amazing job with this book. This book is extremely special and full of promise for this debut author.
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