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mindsnare666's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
maisiehall's review against another edition
3.0
morris gleitzman was an all right author that I liked as a pre-teen
sarahrandall's review against another edition
3.0
'Boy Overboard' tells the story of Jamal and his family who are fleeing from persecution in Afghanistan. The reader follows their perilous journey as they face refugee camps, pirates and storms while attempting to reach Australia. The story is told through Jamal's eyes, often resulting in humour and surprising brevity. As important now as it was when first written.
royemears's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Great use of humour in a tale that could get swallowed in darkness so that it’s message can come to light.
tj_thekind's review against another edition
5.0
I thoughtful insight to the life of a refugee. Morris has done it again with a book that makes everyone think twice about their opinions. I must for all ages but best for kids aged 5-12.
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