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carolineinthelibrary's review
5.0
I absolutely loved this book and the rich history it covered. The book is full of suspense and history, wrapped up in the story of the Chilmark deaf community. I had no idea that MVSL existed so as someone who’s always love sign and the deaf community, this was an incredibly interesting book and overall a great read. While it’s technically a middle grade book, I’d recommend it to anyone. Plus, the author gives a bit of background at the end on Martha’s Vineyard, home signs and community signs, and the eventual formation of ASL!
heyalisa's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
jessidee's review
adventurous
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
leighbolin's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.5
xsleepyshadows's review
4.0
Interesting read, I did read this on audiobook and thought they did a great job with narration. The writing is good, the pacing is fine, and it was an all round good read!
I didn't actually read what this was about and WHAM! It actually turned out to be much more action packed then I could have anticipated - especially with the kidnapping. (I did not see that coming!) An adventure for sure that I think J- YA readers could really get hooked on!
This book also provides a lot of talking points about d/Deaf culture and even privilege/discrimination, and our main character has a balance of being both! There is discussion about natives (Wampanoag) and free slaves - then her kidnapped experience and the doc. seeing her deafness being an infliction and being treated less as such.
An excellent book, I especially appreciate the author's notes and experiences being d/Deaf. Extra star for the representation!
I didn't actually read what this was about and WHAM! It actually turned out to be much more action packed then I could have anticipated - especially with the kidnapping. (I did not see that coming!) An adventure for sure that I think J- YA readers could really get hooked on!
This book also provides a lot of talking points about d/Deaf culture and even privilege/discrimination, and our main character has a balance of being both! There is discussion about natives (Wampanoag) and free slaves - then her kidnapped experience and the doc. seeing her deafness being an infliction and being treated less as such.
An excellent book, I especially appreciate the author's notes and experiences being d/Deaf. Extra star for the representation!
flyingwargle's review
emotional
informative
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
missemmacrabtree's review
5.0
“Make yourself the best person you can be. People will be influenced by your example.”
widfarend's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
I listened to the audiobook and loved it! I am unable to locate the audiobook for the second installment an am not sure I can wait to see if one comes out because I am so curious to see what is next for Mary and the island.
lindsey_reads06's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0