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Ricki Thompson's "City of Cannibals" is stunningly crafted. From the opening page, the reader is transported back to the 16th century, with all of its rawness. Thompson never falters in her portrayal of this time and, although this is a fictional account, the reader is introduced to Henry the VIII and Cromwell, and other key players from that era. The main character, Dell, is strong, independent, persistent, smart -- and totally engaging. I read this book straight through the afternoon it was delivered! What fun!


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City of Cannibals Ricki Thompson Books Reviews

The rich, and brutal daily life of the 16th century is vividly created in this very readable middle grade novel. The prose is fully of sensory details the reader experiences the sounds, smells, tastes, sights and texture of centuries-past London. Thompson doesn't shy away from the truth, but weaves history with fiction with such artful aplomb that the young reader is readily able to understand the political and economic turmoil of the times. A story that is richly layered and surprising. The young Dell and her sidekick Bartholomew are palpable and will easily resonate with today's tween reader. An utterly satisfying read. Highly recommended for readers 10 and up.
I'm pretty glad I stumbled upon this book at my local thrift store. I don't think I would have heard of it otherwise. Despite its short length, I found the characters to be wonderfully written. Dell especially, even if you didn't find yourself in a situation similar to hers, it was easy to relate to her as a person.

I really enjoyed this book and hope that one day there might be a sequel.
This book tells the story of a 16-year-old peasant girl named Dell. The story is set in England in 1536, a tumultuous time during the reign of King Henry VIII. This is a historic time where the King takes over the church and demands that all priests, monks and nuns take an oath of allegiance to him as the self-proclaimed head of church and state.

Dell runs away from home at this time and wanders into the city (London) that her father has told her is the "City of Cannibals." She has great fear that she will be killed and eaten by the denizens of the city. However, she is drawn into the city in search of the boy who has always supplied her family with important sustaining gifts, personally delivered in a sack each month. In her search for the boy, Ronaldo who she knows is promised to be a monk, she experiences many adventures.

This story is an important coming of age tale in a time much different from our contemporary society. I enjoyed reading the different situations that Dell finds herself involved with and how she responds to these circumstances. She is a strong female character who thinks well on her feet and makes responsible decisions. This story is also a love story of Dell's pursuit of Ronaldo. The author presents the mind of a teenage girl perfectly and appropriately captures her motivation in all she does. This is a story that allows the reader to see the trials of a teen in the past and that the spirit of youth is really the same today as it was then.
Set in England, 1536 C.E., City of Cannibals by Ricki Thompson introduces readers to Henry VIII and the fate of his wives, Catherine and Anne Boleyn, through the lavender eyes of an orphaned puppeteer who falls in love with a would-be monk named Ronaldo. Both risk charges of treason because neither has signed the Oath of Allegiance accepting the King as the self-proclaimed head of the Catholic Church. The story begins with Dell living in a cave outside London with her adopted father and brother and only dim recollections of her deceased mother. Dell's quest for love and self-knowledge leads her into the city where she discovers the depths of human cruelty and the strength of simple kindness.

Thompson deftly weaves a powerful coming-of-age tale from the timeless cords of family, friendship, religion and politics that are as relevant to teenagers today as they were centuries ago. There are a number of mature themes, some sexual in nature. The violence and crude language are true to medieval times, with several vulgar words for bodily functions. Traitors are beheaded, hanged or drawn and quartered, depending upon the King's outrage and morbid pleasure. Thompson depicts such carnage very matter-of-factly, but without unnecessarily gruesome or inappropriate detail. There is no literal cannibalism. The title itself is a metaphor, used within the context of the story to elicit fear in young children and keep them in their place.

The author clearly hits her mark in creating quality young-adult literature that is as educational as it is engaging. Her fictional characters are richly drawn, at once unique and universal. Her well-crafted language is both evocative and accessible. The book is historical fiction at its best, extolling freedom and the inalienable human right to simply be oneself.

Laurie A. Gray
Reprinted from the Christian Library Journal (Vol. XIV, No. 5, October 2010); used with permission.
The story is compelling, about a girl making her way through dangerous times in 1600s London. A colorful cast of supporting characters surround her. The fishmonger's daughter, a priest-in-training and a kindly woodworker help her. Cromwell and his henchmen haunt her. Her skills as a puppeteer enliven the story and delight the reader. The writing is full of fun vocabulary from the times, both unique and intriguing. It's a fun read with a historical soul.
This is a well crafted, creative, story rich in metaphors of a young girl's adventure into an historical time that our history books can only hint at bringing alive. This historical fictional account of Dell does add life to history with all its emotions and puts the reader into a different time and place. It is evident the author has taken time to research her work and also taken much effort to edit her writing so that the descriptive words and phrases add that much more to the detail of the story. It is somewhat refreshing to view history and capture the daily essence of living through a young girl's eyes. Recommended for all ages and all genders but especially for young women.
Ricki Thompson's "City of Cannibals" is stunningly crafted. From the opening page, the reader is transported back to the 16th century, with all of its rawness. Thompson never falters in her portrayal of this time and, although this is a fictional account, the reader is introduced to Henry the VIII and Cromwell, and other key players from that era. The main character, Dell, is strong, independent, persistent, smart -- and totally engaging. I read this book straight through the afternoon it was delivered! What fun!