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3.77 AVERAGE
3.77 AVERAGE
Super- weird book. It left me feeling a little creeped out, even as an adult.
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Delightfully creepy at the outset. Even though it is "just" youth fiction, I felt the climax and wrap-up were a little lackluster.
I devoured this book! I was equally creeped out and intrigued by this story line. I’m un sure how this is a middle grade book based on the intense story line, so allow your child to read with caution!
I really thought this book was so well written. I'd read Airborn ages ago when my son read the series but for some reason hadn't picked up Kenneth Oppel since. This book sounded so interesting I gave it a try and am very glad I did. It is magical realism. Steve has a new baby brother who isn't well. The doctors don't know what is wrong with the baby but they know there are hard times ahed for Steve's new brother. Steve thinks he is dreaming about magical beings that are going to fix his baby brother. [spoiler] These turn out to be magical wasps that invade his dreams and want to replace his brother with a "perfect" baby. [/spoiler] Steve is really well written with his OCD and anxities. This book gets creppier and creepier as it goes along so be warned if your getting this for a tween if they don't like creep factor this book might be one a parent wants to read first. However, there is a great lesson taught that I think every human needs to learn which is no one is perfect.
One of the creepiest books I've read all year. But in a good way. Reminded me of Neil Gaiman at his best. Also asks some deep questions about accepting yourself and others despite their flaws, and looks at the real stresses that mental and genetic disorders place on families.
Very creepy and very good. Recommended for middle school.
dark
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
YES! If you love Coraline, The Riverman, The Ocean at the End of the Lane, Skellig, pick this up! Be sure to also pick up a can of Raid.