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A Journey to the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple, Mayflower, 1620 by Kathryn Lasky
thepassivebookworm's review
hopeful
informative
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
literaryleftie's review
3.0
It's been such a long time since I've read any of these books. It was quite the nostalgic read, but definitely not my cup of tea anymore.
mirkwoodmaiden421's review
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
bookworm87's review
adventurous
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
jessjess125's review
adventurous
hopeful
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
llama_lord's review
4.0
While not my favorite of the Dear America series, I really enjoyed this one. Mem is a likable girl and her voice sounded very believable for a twelve year old girl. I love that Dear America chose to have one of their books feature a pilgrim girl because the pilgrims' journey on the Mayflower is an essential part of American history despite the fact that it happened some 150 years before America was founded.
The best part of this book of this book is the beginning when Mem and her family are still on the Mayflower. Not only was it interesting and exciting but also very informative. Unfortunately I felt that the storytelling gradually lost steam once the pilgrims reached the New World. By the end of the book it seemed like Mem had very little to say. The First Thanksgiving especially was neglected when it should have been a special event for Mem and therefore an important part of the story.
Despite that, I still enjoyed the book and would definitely recommend it.
The best part of this book of this book is the beginning when Mem and her family are still on the Mayflower. Not only was it interesting and exciting but also very informative. Unfortunately I felt that the storytelling gradually lost steam once the pilgrims reached the New World. By the end of the book it seemed like Mem had very little to say. The First Thanksgiving especially was neglected when it should have been a special event for Mem and therefore an important part of the story.
Despite that, I still enjoyed the book and would definitely recommend it.
laureninthebuf's review
5.0
Kids’ favorite school pick of the year, so far. Mayflower voyage and Plymouth settlement story, complete with heartbreaking details. Plenty of places to fact check and have side bar discussions and research.
meaganmart's review
2.0
This is one of my least favorite of the series. I appreciate that the author doesn't have a ton to work with, but this book honestly drags. The historical accuracy is somewhat lacking compared to later books in the series. I think A Journey to the New World can be a great springboard for sparking interest in Plymouth Colony and colonial America, but I would not want it to be the only book someone reads about the era!
kaylaarnold's review
4.0
4.5*
I enjoyed this much more than the My America Series; I thought it was written beautifully for a historical children's book, things were explained in greater detail but still interesting and heartbreaking with all the everyday struggles and deaths.
I enjoyed this much more than the My America Series; I thought it was written beautifully for a historical children's book, things were explained in greater detail but still interesting and heartbreaking with all the everyday struggles and deaths.