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Love and Other Consolation PrizesFrom the bestselling author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet comes a powerful novel, inspired by a true story, about a boy whose life is transformed at Seattle's epic 1909 World's Fair. "An evocative, heartfelt, beautifully crafted story that shines a light on a fascinating, tragic bit of forgotten history." Kristin Hannah, author of The Nightingale For twelve year old Ernest Young, a charity student at a boarding school, the chance to go to
From the bestselling author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet comes a powerful novel, inspired by a true story, about a boy whose life is transformed at Seattle's epic 1909 World's Fair. "An evocative, heartfelt, beautifully crafted story that shines a light on a fascinating, tragic bit of forgotten history."--Kristin Hannah, author of The Nightingale For twelve-year-old Ernest Young, a charity student at a boarding school, the chance to go to the World's Fair feels like a gift. But only once he's there, amid the exotic exhibits, fireworks, and Ferris wheels, does he discover that he is the one who is actually the prize. The half-Chinese orphan is astounded to learn he will be raffled off--a healthy boy "to a good home." The winning ticket belongs to the flamboyant madam of a high-class brothel, famous for educating her girls. There, Ernest becomes the new houseboy and befriends Maisie, the madam's precocious daughter, and a bold scullery maid named Fahn. Their friendship and affection form the first real family Ernest has ever known--and against all odds, this new sporting life gives him the sense of home he's always desired. But as the grande dame succumbs to an occupational hazard and their world of finery begins to crumble, all three must grapple with hope, ambition, and first love. Fifty years later, in the shadow of Seattle's second World's Fair, Ernest struggles to help his ailing wife reconcile who she once was with who she wanted to be, while trying to keep family secrets hidden from their grown-up daughters. Against a rich backdrop of post-Victorian vice, suffrage, and celebration, Love and Other Consolations is an enchanting tale about innocence and devotion--in a world where everything, and everyone, is for sale. Praise for Love and Other Consolation Prizes "Exciting . . . Jamie] Ford captures the thrill of first kisses and the shock of revealing long-hidden affairs."--Kirkus Reviews"Strong . . . A laudable effort that shines light on little known histories."--Library Journal
"Poignant . . . Vibrantly rendered."--Booklist "Combining rich narrative and literary qualities, the book achieves a multi-faceted emotional resonance. It is by turns heart-rending, tragic, disturbing, sanguine, warm, and life-affirming. Perceptive themes that run throughout culminate at the end. A true story from the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition inspired this very absorbing and moving novel. Highly recommended."--Historical Novel Society (Editors' choice) "Ford is a master at shining light into dark, forgotten corners of history and revealing the most unexpected and relatable human threads. . . . A beautiful and enthralling story of resilience and the many permutations of love."--Jessica Shattuck, author of The Women in the Castle "All the charm and heartbreak of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet . . . Based on a true story, Love and Other Consolation Prizes will warm your soul."--Martha Hall Kelly, author of Lilac Girls
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Published: 06/19/2018
ISBN: 9780804176774
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.20w x 0.90d
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★★★★★ 5
new perspective
Format: Hardcover
The knowledge of this author is priceless ! He writes in a simple form and breaks down the secret of relating to nature in a more rewarding manner. he challenges me to Be still and Know....
THanks George for this priceless addition to my library
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Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2025
★★★★★ 5
WOnderful book!
Format: Hardcover
I love this book ~ author provides a very intriguing process he has gone through and continues to go through to learn to understand and communicate with animals, particularly the wild ones. Very intriguing with down to earth, practical suggestions for how the reader can do the same. Really wonderful!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Great trivia, perfect gift for history lovers!
Format: Paperback
Great range of trivia questions! Simple enough to enjoy but challenging enough to have fun. Super fun to read through with a friend or group, we actually used this as part of a game night and had a blast!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Educational & Interesting Bathroom Reader
Format: Paperback
I bought this for my husband for Christmas given that he loves history. I figured it’d be a hit as a bathroom reader… I was right and it’s become a fixture right next to the toilet paper! He likes that it challenges him to think. Now there’s no need to take his phone into the bathroom!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great trivia!
Format: Paperback
This is a great read! Especially for history buffs. Great to get yourself ready for trivia for scholastic bowl! Highly recommend!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2026