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4.46 AVERAGE
4.46 AVERAGE
funny
medium-paced
This was so cheesy lol. I understand why people enjoy this: the characters are cute, especially the children, with some funny dialogue. I see how this is meant to be a wholesome and comforting read; however, the book initially dragged for me and there were multiple times where the dialogue bothered me. I think listening to the audiobook is why I struggled because I did not like the narrator at all. It sounded like the narrator was talking down to the listener… as if the listener was a child (maybe that was intentional). Because of this, the story read more like a children’s picture book. Something tells me I would have liked this more if I had read the ebook or physical copy but the audiobook was the first thing available for the fable club.
What a beautiful story! I can't wait to share this book with everyone I know.
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book is one of my all-time favorites; amazing use of the found family trope :)
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-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
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The audiobook on this is absolutely *stunning.* The narrator created such differentiated and unique cast of characters. The narrator really presented the book as from Linus' view which was perfunctory and straitlaced.
The romance that bloomed between Linus and Arthur was tender and loving. I actively yelled out loud several times because it was so sweet. My favorite character tho, was definitely Talia the gnome. She was so cute and I loved her ending scene with Linus.
I have read the criticisms/controversy of this book about the author, and I find that a lot of the reviews that have been left on Goodreads are from people who haven't read the book and are commenting/judging without have a full picture. I encourage people who want to cancel this author to do more than listen to a sound bite, read, do research, and then comment.
The romance that bloomed between Linus and Arthur was tender and loving. I actively yelled out loud several times because it was so sweet. My favorite character tho, was definitely Talia the gnome. She was so cute and I loved her ending scene with Linus.
I have read the criticisms/controversy of this book about the author, and I find that a lot of the reviews that have been left on Goodreads are from people who haven't read the book and are commenting/judging without have a full picture. I encourage people who want to cancel this author to do more than listen to a sound bite, read, do research, and then comment.
4 stars
“And though I've lived in a world where you didn't exist for most of my life, I don't believe that's a world I can be in any longer. It started with the sun, and it was warm. And then came the sea, and it was unlike anything I'd ever seen before. It was followed by this place, this island so mysterious and wonderful.
But it was you who gave me peace and joy like I've never had before. You gave me a voice and a purpose. Nothing would have changed if it hadn't been for all of you. I believe they've listened to me, but the only reason I knew what to say at all was because of what you taught me. We're not alone. We never have been. We have each other. If I were to leave again, I would wish I were here.
I don't want to wish anymore. If you'll have me, I would like to stay. For always."
“And though I've lived in a world where you didn't exist for most of my life, I don't believe that's a world I can be in any longer. It started with the sun, and it was warm. And then came the sea, and it was unlike anything I'd ever seen before. It was followed by this place, this island so mysterious and wonderful.
But it was you who gave me peace and joy like I've never had before. You gave me a voice and a purpose. Nothing would have changed if it hadn't been for all of you. I believe they've listened to me, but the only reason I knew what to say at all was because of what you taught me. We're not alone. We never have been. We have each other. If I were to leave again, I would wish I were here.
I don't want to wish anymore. If you'll have me, I would like to stay. For always."