Homecoming

By: Cynthia Voigt

Narrated by: Barbara Caruso

On Saturday morning, 13-year-old Dicey Tillerman sits in the car at the shopping mall with her younger sister and two brothers. Momma had said, "You be good." Then she walked away. They wait for a day and a night, but Momma never comes back. Finally, Dicey decides the children should go to Bridgeport, Connecticut where Aunt Cilla lives. Maybe Momma is waiting for them there. But they don't have enough money to take the bus. Determined to keep the family together, Dicey sets off on foot with her siblings in search of Aunt Cilla. Soon, she discovers that finding a home and making one aren't always the same thing. Newbery Award-winning author Cynthia Voigt has captured the hearts of millions of young adults with her poignant tale of a young girl struggling with adult responsibilities. With her glowing narration, Barbara Caruso vividly brings to life each exciting adventure the children experience as they travel in search of a place to call home.©1981 Cynthia Voigt (P)1992 Recorded Books,LLC

Homecoming

This book is earmarked for children, however, it is in no way a juvenile read. The children who are the characters in this novel experience situations that an adult would confront, given the same set of circumstances, in their pursuit to find a home for themselves and keep their family together. There is the refreshing absence of dirty language and obscene material. I recommend the read for ages 10 and above.

Easy to follow

This was a book I read as a young adult and I liked the different perspective I have now as a mother and adult. It’s a sweet story about love and family through hardship. The main character is likable and you find yourself rooting for them. The narration was not my favorite but still easy to follow.

After 36 years, still an excellent read

In 1981, Cynthia Voigt wrote this, the first award winning book of what was to become a six book series about the four abandoned Tillerman children, Thirty-five years later, it is as eminently readable as it was then. Voigt minces no words as she demonstrates the plight of children, parentless or otherwise, in society, a universal problem even today. Abandoned by their parents, the four children, led by their thirteen-year-old sister, make the impossibly long trip, on foot from Massachusetts to their great-aunt's house in Connecticut and then from Connecticut to their grandmother's home on the eastern shore of Maryland. They could not have made that trip in today's world, but the trials they face and overcome are heartbreaking. I marveled again at the skill and craftsmanship of Voigt's writing, as fresh today as when I first read it years ago. With its compelling plot and tightly written narrative, Homecoming deserved the prestigious Newbery Medal it garnered.

I was a bit disappointed with the narrator but that is probably because I'm used to the extremely talented narrations of the likes of Simon Prebble, Barbara Rosenblatt, Stephen Briggs, and George Guidell. Still, my disappointment did not detract from Caruso's ability to keep me engaged and get the story told. I'm sure my opinion on this is not shared by others and should not discourage listeners from enjoying this most excellent book.

Love this book/audio

I have always enjoyed this story. It was a wonderful read aloud when our children were young teens. Such a wonderful story of family pulling together when the chips are down. And making the most of the family you have. For how bad things get it has a triumphant finish.

Love this book still

I loved this book as an adolescent and I love it now. So glad I listened

My teen favorite series

Rereading all Vogt's books as an adult. Still just as good! It's interesting to read it with a different perspective on life.

Nostalgia

I read this book in 8th grade for a class and being an assignment, I didn’t appreciate the story as much as I did this time around. Truly wonderful storyline beginning to end. Can’t wait to listen to the rest of the series.

Awesome!!!🤗❤️ - Cora James- Athens GA

I really enjoyed this book. The story reminds me of the Boxcar Children,it has the same theme to it. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes realistic fiction,or anyone who likes a good book.📖

Some Technical Corrections Needed

I have read this book probably 10 times over the years, Often I read it aloud to grandchildren. The reader did not disappoint. I loved listening to it!

The only problems were technical. Some places cannot be followed because of damages to the recording. There are around 20 or more parts that are damaged over several pages. It needs editing and corrected.

PLEASE fix it!! This recording is too valuable to be sold in a damaged state.

Great book

I love the book. I like the adventure. I read this book at school and I wanted to finish it.