--- product_id: 8588645 title: "Morning Girl" price: "€ 14.82" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/8588645-morning-girl store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Authentic 1492 Caribbean setting Scott O'Dell Award Winner Rich dual narrative format Morning Girl **Price:** € 14.82 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Dive into history and heart with Morning Girl β€” where every page connects you to a timeless bond. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Morning Girl - **How much does it cost?** € 14.82 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/8588645-morning-girl) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Dual Perspectives:** Experience a unique alternating narrative between Morning Girl and Star Boy, deepening emotional connection. - β€’ **Cultural Authenticity:** Immerse yourself in an authentic portrayal of Indigenous Bahamian life on the eve of Columbus' arrival. - β€’ **Highly Rated & Beloved:** Join over 200 readers who gave this gem a 4.6-star rating, making it a must-have for your collection. - β€’ **Award-Winning Storytelling:** Celebrate a Scott O'Dell Award-winning novel that elevates historical fiction for all ages. - β€’ **Perfect for Thoughtful Readers:** Short, lyrical chapters ideal for both personal reflection and engaging classroom discussions. ## Overview Morning Girl is a critically acclaimed, award-winning historical novel that explores the lives of two TaΓ­no siblings in 1492 Bahamas through alternating perspectives. Praised for its lyrical prose and cultural depth, this used book in good condition offers a rich, immersive reading experience perfect for both young readers and adults seeking meaningful storytelling. ## Description Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award, this moving and poetic fictional story follows two TaΓ­no siblings and their life in the Bahamas during the fateful year of 1492. Morning Girl and her younger brother, Star Boy, couldn't be more different. Morning Girl relishes the day and all it has to offer, while Star Boy loves the night. As they navigate change on their island, from familial struggles to the onset of a hurricane, they realize everything that makes them different has the power to bring them closer together. This historical coming-of-age story thoughtfully portrays life in the Caribbean as well as Morning Girl and Star Boys' complex sibling bond leading up to the eve of Christopher Columbus' arrival. Told from alternating points of view, this is a rich, lyrical story about an Indigenous Bahamian family and the strong bonds of love. Review: A beautiful depiction of culture - "I don't tell this to anyone because they might misunderstand, but I like the aloneness of the early morning.... Another thing: if the day starts before you do, you never catch up. You spend all your time running after what you should have already done, and no matter how much you hurry, you never finish the race in a tie. The day wins." These are the words of Morning Girl, and they describe exactly my own thoughts. In 1992, when Morning Girl was released, it was critically acclaimed by Booklist, Publishers Weekly, the NY Times Book Review and others. But it seems from the reviews that few have read it. What a shame. The prose of Michael Dorris is gentle, lilting and warm. He is not didactic in his lessons, but shares the wisdom of his culture in a subtle way. I love the format of this book; first Morning Girl gives us her point of view, then her brother, Star Boy, offers a different perspective. The chapters alternate between the two young voices. As with the other children's books by this author, this is a book that is a wonderful read-aloud choice. However, because of its depth and message, it stands as a novel for all ages. Truly lyrical. Review: Beautiful Story - As a teacher, I love this book so much! Not only is it beautifully written in short chapters, it is ripe for classroom discussion. Students do need a quick overview of the time period for context. It is a great book to read aloud. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #143,323 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #109 in Children's Native American Books #385 in Children's Intermediate Readers #913 in Children's Books on Girls' & Women's Issues | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 201 Reviews | ## Images ![Morning Girl - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61P46uMBVWL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A beautiful depiction of culture *by S***Y on September 7, 2008* "I don't tell this to anyone because they might misunderstand, but I like the aloneness of the early morning.... Another thing: if the day starts before you do, you never catch up. You spend all your time running after what you should have already done, and no matter how much you hurry, you never finish the race in a tie. The day wins." These are the words of Morning Girl, and they describe exactly my own thoughts. In 1992, when Morning Girl was released, it was critically acclaimed by Booklist, Publishers Weekly, the NY Times Book Review and others. But it seems from the reviews that few have read it. What a shame. The prose of Michael Dorris is gentle, lilting and warm. He is not didactic in his lessons, but shares the wisdom of his culture in a subtle way. I love the format of this book; first Morning Girl gives us her point of view, then her brother, Star Boy, offers a different perspective. The chapters alternate between the two young voices. As with the other children's books by this author, this is a book that is a wonderful read-aloud choice. However, because of its depth and message, it stands as a novel for all ages. Truly lyrical. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful Story *by M***A on January 28, 2021* As a teacher, I love this book so much! Not only is it beautifully written in short chapters, it is ripe for classroom discussion. Students do need a quick overview of the time period for context. It is a great book to read aloud. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Before Christopher Columbus *by W***C on August 25, 2015* I Am thirteen and I read Morning Girl for a unit on the Age of Exploration. I would recommend this book to other children studying the Age of Exploration. Morning Girl is about a girl named Morning Girl because she gets up when the sun gets up. The book alternates narrarators between Morning Girl and her brother Star Boy. In the story they live through storms and other hardships. Some times they loose just the roof, other times a loved one. I would give this book 4 1/2 stars because when I read it in the end it says that Morning Girl meets explorers but it does not say who it is and I think this would confuse young readers. I felt that the book was complex and always changing even though I understood it perfectly well. To me it was sort of compelling. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/8588645-morning-girl](https://www.desertcart.be/products/8588645-morning-girl) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-06-18*