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4.48 AVERAGE
4.48 AVERAGE
Ada continues her story in this sequel to The War That Saved My Life.
I found I enjoyed this book, specially Ada, much more than the first one. Ada was such a complicated character to understand, by the 2nd book I understood her much better. This story is filled with little lines of wisdom. Bradley is a beautiful story teller.
I found I enjoyed this book, specially Ada, much more than the first one. Ada was such a complicated character to understand, by the 2nd book I understood her much better. This story is filled with little lines of wisdom. Bradley is a beautiful story teller.
Yes I stayed up all night to read a book aimed at kids ages 9-12. It was totally worth it, too.
This story was amazing. I thought that it would not be as engaging as the first part of the duology, but from the beginning, I was transported right back into Ada's story. Her difficulty adjusting to her new life feels authentic and age-appropriate and I loved watching her form new friendships and find joy.
Ada continues to live with her brother and their adopted mother Susan as World War II rages on. From getting her clubbed foot fixed to making a new friend, Ada begins to heal from the wounds of her past even as the war continues to take its toll on her life.
While I did enjoy visiting these characters again, I did not like this book as much as the first one. There didn't seem to be much of a plot; it was more like different events that happened to Ada and her family set against the background of the war. However, I did like that we saw Ada coming to terms with her mother's abuse and not only forgiving others but forgiving herself.
I also enjoyed the inclusion of Ruth, a German Jew who comes to live with Susan, Ada, and Jamie. She provided a good perspective on what was happening both in Germany and to the Jews. It was also great to see Ada opening up to her and becoming not only friends, but sisters.
While I think that this series could have been a standalone, I had a great time reading this book and seeing the new kinds of trouble that Ada gets herself into. This is a great series for anyone who loves historical fiction, feisty female characters, and a heart-warming story.
While I did enjoy visiting these characters again, I did not like this book as much as the first one. There didn't seem to be much of a plot; it was more like different events that happened to Ada and her family set against the background of the war. However, I did like that we saw Ada coming to terms with her mother's abuse and not only forgiving others but forgiving herself.
I also enjoyed the inclusion of Ruth, a German Jew who comes to live with Susan, Ada, and Jamie. She provided a good perspective on what was happening both in Germany and to the Jews. It was also great to see Ada opening up to her and becoming not only friends, but sisters.
While I think that this series could have been a standalone, I had a great time reading this book and seeing the new kinds of trouble that Ada gets herself into. This is a great series for anyone who loves historical fiction, feisty female characters, and a heart-warming story.
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really enjoy historical fiction, especially around world war 2. These books took a different spin on the war and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I would recommend these books to anyone.
I enjoyed this book as much as the first. I highly recommend both, and can't wait to read more by this author!
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Read and passed on to my mother who had listened to the first book. We both enjoyed it, although I think she liked it better than I did! I found many characters a bit irritating and selfish in the beginning. Also Ada needs to learn Jamie is always right. I mean come on he’s got the cute orphan thing going on. Enjoyed Ruth and the Easter dinner scene especially, and I liked that all the characters had their chance to learn and grow up.
Even better than the first. I love books that open my mind and heart which is exactly what this series did. Highly recommend.