Belle of Batoche

by Jacqueline Guest

Overview

Belle, an 11-year-old Metis girl, and Sarah both want the coveted job of church bell ringer.

An embroidery contest is held to award the position, and Sarah cheats. Before Belle can expose her, the two are caught up in the advancing forces of General Middleton and his troops as they surround Batoche in the 1885 Riel Rebellion. The church bell disappeared that day and remains missing to this day.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781554695751
Publisher:	Orca Book Publishers
Publication date:	09/01/2004
Series:	Orca Young Readers
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	144
File size:	4 MB
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

About the Author

Jacqueline Guest is the award-winning Métis writer of over a dozen books for young readers. She is the recipient of the Indspire Award for the Arts, formerly the National Aboriginal Achievement Award, and was named to the Order of Canada for her ongoing efforts in the world of literacy. Jacqueline lives in Qualicum Beach, British Columbia.

Read an Excerpt

Belle hadn't meant to stay so long. It must be after eight o'clock, way past breakfast. How was she going to explain? Suddenly Belle stopped, listening intently as an unfamiliar sound drifted to her on the early morning breeze. Then she recognized what it was. Gunfire! Batoche was under attack!

Editorial Reviews

"An extremely fine work of historical fiction."

"Highly recommended."

Canadian Book Review Annual

"The book is both satisfying storytelling as well as a terrific history lesson."

CD Syndicated

"For many readers, Belle will serve as a role model with her bravery in the face of danger, her determination to succeed and her loyalty to family and friends. Readers will leave this book hoping for a sequel."

CM Magazine

"This book can be a starting point for a more in-depth look at the Metis settlement and the struggle which ensued or it can be read just for enjoyment."

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