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catstreet's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book so much. I can’t remember the last I read a whole book in one sitting. It’s beautiful and poignant and riveting.
harrypotterfan33's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
It was so tense but lovable too!
andrealianne's review against another edition
4.0
this was a charming, poetically written book that spoke right to the tropes and atmospheres I adored as a child, and still do to this day. small mysteries, brave little girls, British historical setting, witchy woman, etc. I did expect more creepy woods vibes than there were, but I was pleasantly surprised by the exploration of grief, depression, bad 1920s mental healthcare, the aftermath of WWI, being an outsider, and the depth found in those portrayals. the author does great audiobook narration.
rachelcarter's review against another edition
5.0
I was hooked from the very first page. The story kept my attention and I did not want to put it down.
Absolutely fantastic.
Absolutely fantastic.
mscarbie's review against another edition
4.0
I can’t believe this is a book aimed at middle grade, it was such a lovely read and highlighted some extremely important topics about mental illness, grief and death.
The paperback is also so beautiful and I love the illustrations throughout
The paperback is also so beautiful and I love the illustrations throughout
riseisbookapp's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I don’t usually read books like this but I love
jessmcglynn's review against another edition
3.0
Another 3.5 ⭐️ read for me. I enjoyed the book and it was a quick read, but there was nothing which particularly pulled me into the story and I thought the book was problematic in places. That said, I thought the topic matter was an important one and I can see future books by this author having great potential.
rcsreads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
It's been a while since a book actually made me cry.
This reminded me of all my favourite children's classics, like Green Knowe and the Secret Garden, but was also a little bit like a children's version of The Yellow Wallpaper. It felt, at times, like a children's book written for nostalgic, depressed adults. Obviously I loved it!
This reminded me of all my favourite children's classics, like Green Knowe and the Secret Garden, but was also a little bit like a children's version of The Yellow Wallpaper. It felt, at times, like a children's book written for nostalgic, depressed adults. Obviously I loved it!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fire/Fire injury, Forced institutionalization, Child death, and Grief
Moderate: War, Mental illness, and Medical content
hugebooks's review against another edition
4.0
More "adult" than I anticipated, in a good way. I imagine this would be a good way to discuss themes like loss and suicide with young teens.