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4.11 AVERAGE
4.11 AVERAGE
I couldn’t stop crying at the end and it’s very hard to read aloud when you’re crying.
Stand-alone Magical Middle School Read
As a love of all things Harry Potter, I'm always interested in reading magical stories. The Girl Who Drank the Moon was complex and fascinating to read. I could see there being a sequel but is strong enough on its own. As a middle grade level read, a lot of the plot could be seen coming but I liked that it wasn't as watered down as some other middle/YA books can be. I would have enjoyed a bit more complete and fulfilling ending but overall I thought it was charming and unique.
As a love of all things Harry Potter, I'm always interested in reading magical stories. The Girl Who Drank the Moon was complex and fascinating to read. I could see there being a sequel but is strong enough on its own. As a middle grade level read, a lot of the plot could be seen coming but I liked that it wasn't as watered down as some other middle/YA books can be. I would have enjoyed a bit more complete and fulfilling ending but overall I thought it was charming and unique.
Although I really enjoyed this book I still had some issues with it hence the 4 star rating. It still didn't explain a lot of things about the magic and how some of the people in the protectorate had it. Towards the end there was a vague mention of how it worked but for me it was something the author could have worked more on and give us more answers. My favourite thing from this story is Fyrian I wish I could have him as a pet xx
Highly recommended book nevertheless
Highly recommended book nevertheless
adventurous
hopeful
reflective
slow-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
A gentle book about serious things.
A beautiful, beautiful story of magic, love, loss, joy, sorrow, and hope.
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
Loveable characters:
Yes
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
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
This was an interesting take on a story about magic. The story was fun to read, but a lot of the story depends on the characters not questioning all the strange things that are happening and just going with the flow.
This is a beautiful book. And I loved it. The language and imagery drew me in.
The only problem that I see is that my fourth graders might have trouble keeping the changing narratives straight. I can see many of them just giving up. With support they would have a much better chance of understanding and enjoying it.
The only problem that I see is that my fourth graders might have trouble keeping the changing narratives straight. I can see many of them just giving up. With support they would have a much better chance of understanding and enjoying it.