The Unfinished Angel

This book, set in Switzerland, is a wonderful combination of eccentric characters who learn about themselves throughout the story. Zola, a unique little girl who moves into Casa Rosa, and the angel become acquainted; they help the people of the village become friends and care for each other. For a word lover, this story is pure delight. The angel speaks an English-Italian mix of unusual words such as specialful, smule (smile), childrens, fabbagrating (lying), sadful, and extramarkable (remarkable). Sometimes it is easy to know what the angel means, other times the reader has to try and figure it out. As usual, Sharon Creech engages her readers and leaves them wanting more.