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4.27 AVERAGE
4.27 AVERAGE
Dragon tears are real. This book has definitely been and fun read. I laughed and I cried along the journey
adventurous
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
When Pinmei's grandma is kidnapped by the emperor she must find the Luminous Stone That Lights the Night to hopefully bargain for her back. Joined by her friend Yishan they venture into the world of legend.
Craft-wise, this story does a great job of weaving stories into the main story. Storytelling is an intrinsic part of the story and is used to create links and connections between characters and locations that might not have been originally evident or would have had to be outright told to make clear. It makes the world so much vaster and more connected while also allowing the reader to figure out what is happening on their own. I think this method is simple yet effective at disseminating information while also recognizing how to make readers invested in that dissemination. Grace Lin never makes it clear at first why a story is important but makes sure that there are threads so that when it is wrapped up, you understand why a character told it right then and there.
I loved this story. I enjoyed that Pinmei was following in her grandma's footsteps and also the demonstration that kindness usurps the desire for power. I think this is a great close to this series of books and I love them a lot.
Craft-wise, this story does a great job of weaving stories into the main story. Storytelling is an intrinsic part of the story and is used to create links and connections between characters and locations that might not have been originally evident or would have had to be outright told to make clear. It makes the world so much vaster and more connected while also allowing the reader to figure out what is happening on their own. I think this method is simple yet effective at disseminating information while also recognizing how to make readers invested in that dissemination. Grace Lin never makes it clear at first why a story is important but makes sure that there are threads so that when it is wrapped up, you understand why a character told it right then and there.
I loved this story. I enjoyed that Pinmei was following in her grandma's footsteps and also the demonstration that kindness usurps the desire for power. I think this is a great close to this series of books and I love them a lot.
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
I read this to my 10 and 12 year old boys. We always enjoy Grace Lin's beautiful novels. This one took a little longer to get into but we ended up loving it. My boys saw a lot a parallels between the emperor and our current president. I love reading to my older children as it always sparks great conversations. Thank you Grace Lin for the stories.
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
adventurous
slow-paced
My kids and I didn't find this book as engaging as her others.
adventurous
mysterious
fast-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
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
i remember being so excited finding out there was another of this series... they probably hold up too
Lovely
This is s lovely story about the power of tales, finding your strength and courage, and its great to read aloud.
This is s lovely story about the power of tales, finding your strength and courage, and its great to read aloud.
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
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