Reviews

The Children Who Lived in a Barn by Eleanor Graham

carlacarabott's review

5.0

Although 'The Children Who Lived in a Barn' isn't my typical read, I found it to be a delightful book that captured my interest from start to finish. The story follows the lives of five children living independently in a barn, with Sue being my favorite character due to her relatable qualities. While I struggled with understanding the circumstances that led to the children living alone, the book still managed to weave a wholesome and heartwarming tale. Despite occasional reservations about some characters, I thoroughly enjoyed the overall narrative. It's a lovely, wholesome story that I would recommend to others, even those who, like me, might not typically gravitate toward this genre.

cpruskee's review

adventurous hopeful inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

stagasaurus's review

5.0

Brilliant book. I loved survival type books as a child but this is the most realistic I ever read. I've reread my copy so many times it is falling apart. My copy is missing pages 167-170

emzorzin3d's review

adventurous funny lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.0

fatigue's review

adventurous inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

The trope is common across a lot of children's books published at the time: the parents of a group of children go missing — usually a plane crash or a missing plane — and the children are left to fend for themselves and rely on the kindness of neighbours and strangers. But, because the children show great tenacity in the face of adversity, despite sometimes acting like, well, children, the characters are endearing. 

jgretton's review

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

rubyhosh's review

emotional sad medium-paced

4.0

jennyanydots's review

3.0

Enjoyable enough, although in no way a complicated read.