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3.87 AVERAGE
3.87 AVERAGE
This book started out stronger than the second and third of the Giver series. As I read the first section, I was amazed at how much it reminded me of The Giver - and not just because it was set in the original community. It seemed to me that Lowry's writing style was different in the second and third books, but was back in stride for Son. The Giver will always be my favorite because it was the first, but I really think Son rivals that book in strength of both writing and story. It could be argued that all four of the books are a little depressing considering the subject matter, but in my opinion the second and third were very dark, and it was hard for me to be swept away by them because they seemed hopeless from the beginning. Son, however, has many obstacles to tackle, but there is hope above it all. I really loved how it wrapped everything up so nicely, and can appreciate the second and third books now for the necessary stepping stones they were to bring everything together for this ending.
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This final book of the Giver Quartet really brings the previous books disjointed plot lines together. Phenomenally well, I must say, through these three parts. The story kept with the general theme of the others; how society needs people to be kind to each other.
Especially in this one, how to separate a need from a want. Obviously this was written for younger people than myself, so the writing felt simplified to me. But that’s just part of the magic of these books. Anybody can - and should - read this series. I got so much nostalgia from reading it. Shows again why The Giver is a favorite school required reading.
Biggest thing keeping it from a 5 star review is that while it gave a shock value, nostalgic feels making me Feel, I didn’t cry out loud. I still loved this book and every book in the series.
Especially in this one, how to separate a need from a want. Obviously this was written for younger people than myself, so the writing felt simplified to me. But that’s just part of the magic of these books. Anybody can - and should - read this series. I got so much nostalgia from reading it. Shows again why The Giver is a favorite school required reading.
Biggest thing keeping it from a 5 star review is that while it gave a shock value, nostalgic feels making me Feel, I didn’t cry out loud. I still loved this book and every book in the series.
Pretty good, better than Gathering Blue and Messenger, but still not as good as the Giver.
Wow. Here is the conclusion that in some ways we waited for 20 years to get. Son brings emotional closure to a lot (though not all) of the big unanswered questions that began in the previous books. Claire is as empathetic a protagonist as Jonas, Kira and Matty were, and the glimpse we get into the timeline and community we saw in The Giver, but from her point of view is thrilling and horrifying. Once her story takes its own turn, we were just as compelled. Read the full review at Slatebreakers http://slatebreakers.com/2012/11/05/review-son-by-lois-lowry/
And it all comes full circle!
This book reminded me why I loved the first so much. It had that same innocence and curiosity. It also expertly ties together the three previous books and yet still managed to surprise me with little nods that didn't originally click, such as Jonas' role after the first book.
I wouldn't say this has been the best series I've ever read. The books aren't perfect and at some times are boring. However, they show that it doesn't take a lot to get a person interested in the story, characters, and the world the author is building. They were all easy reads that I would definitely recommend, especially to someone who normally wouldn't pick up a dystopian novel.
This book reminded me why I loved the first so much. It had that same innocence and curiosity. It also expertly ties together the three previous books and yet still managed to surprise me with little nods that didn't originally click, such as Jonas' role after the first book.
I wouldn't say this has been the best series I've ever read. The books aren't perfect and at some times are boring. However, they show that it doesn't take a lot to get a person interested in the story, characters, and the world the author is building. They were all easy reads that I would definitely recommend, especially to someone who normally wouldn't pick up a dystopian novel.
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
I have a serious love for The Giver, so when I found out it was part of a series, I squealed with joy and bought a box set. I was pretty disappointed with Gathering Blue because I didn't feel a connection to the characters, and Messenger was better but still wasn't great.
Son started out with the story of Claire which immediately grasped my attention. Lowry gave her story beautiful attentiveness that made you tenderly feel each raw emotion right along with her.
It was cool to see all four stories come together in the final book, but towards the end it felt like Lowry was just getting bored and ended up trying to wrap things up quickly.
The antagonist was just so... ~eye roll~ basic and predictable and cliche. so I liked everything else about the book except for the climax. Go figure.
Son started out with the story of Claire which immediately grasped my attention. Lowry gave her story beautiful attentiveness that made you tenderly feel each raw emotion right along with her.
It was cool to see all four stories come together in the final book, but towards the end it felt like Lowry was just getting bored and ended up trying to wrap things up quickly.
The antagonist was just so... ~eye roll~ basic and predictable and cliche. so I liked everything else about the book except for the climax. Go figure.