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4.06 AVERAGE
4.06 AVERAGE
Another imaginative book from Roald Dahl that I read to Reuben. While I liked "James and the Giant Peach" a better, the subtext of what this book is saying about capitalism is really interesting.
An amazing book for kids and for kids that are trapped into an adult body.
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Reading this made me realise how I vividly remember the beginning of the 2005 film with Johnny Depp and Freddie Highmore, and yet have no memories of how it ended LOL
I really liked the prose; it was very narration-y, in the sense that it was written as if someone typed it while another person was telling it out loud. Very bubbly, evocative, and notably kid-friendly. It was also very vivid, and I can now say the movie was a very true adaptation—I didn't need to imagine what I was reading because the scenes from the film kept popping up in my head the whole time.
I liked how whimsical and wildly imaginative a book it was, oompa loompas included! I really liked the poem-y songs. They were fantastic. As were the little drawings. Such a cute, fun detail.
Now, Willy Wonka's character was a lot more unlikeable than I remembered him to be. Kinda self-centered and borderline dismissive. I'm not sure if that was meant to be the point (like the kids other than Charlie being spoiled little turds), or if it's more of a personal impression.
I kinda expected the cliff-ending, given that this story is supposed to be a duet, but it still low-key caught me by surprise. A bold choice to end a children's story on a cliff (do they even work to hook kids?)
All in all, I enjoyed it, but had a hard time staying invested and interested because of how unlikable everyone but the Buckets were. Still, I might re-watch the movie for nostalgia's sake.
I really liked the prose; it was very narration-y, in the sense that it was written as if someone typed it while another person was telling it out loud. Very bubbly, evocative, and notably kid-friendly. It was also very vivid, and I can now say the movie was a very true adaptation—I didn't need to imagine what I was reading because the scenes from the film kept popping up in my head the whole time.
I liked how whimsical and wildly imaginative a book it was, oompa loompas included! I really liked the poem-y songs. They were fantastic. As were the little drawings. Such a cute, fun detail.
Now, Willy Wonka's character was a lot more unlikeable than I remembered him to be. Kinda self-centered and borderline dismissive. I'm not sure if that was meant to be the point (like the kids other than Charlie being spoiled little turds), or if it's more of a personal impression.
I kinda expected the cliff-ending, given that this story is supposed to be a duet, but it still low-key caught me by surprise. A bold choice to end a children's story on a cliff (do they even work to hook kids?)
All in all, I enjoyed it, but had a hard time staying invested and interested because of how unlikable everyone but the Buckets were. Still, I might re-watch the movie for nostalgia's sake.
listened to this on a road trip with my kid. it was fun! but damn Roald Dahl really hated fat people
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The way I could’ve cried at some bits. This was very sweet (haha 🍭🍫) and fun and creative. Loved little Charlie. Not sure if I read this as a kid tbh but it felt fun and magical now ✨