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4.09 AVERAGE
4.09 AVERAGE
C.S Lewis truly had created a very unique world. A world I enjoyed being a part of as I read the novel. Between the talking beavers, the fact that a wordrabe was the 'portal' into Narnia, and the amazingly written White Witch, Narnia is probably one of my favorite fantasy series. And The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe is probably my favorite in the series. Despite it all, I absolutely adored Jadis, she's like such a terrible person/witch she make the entire novel delightful. I also really loved Susan, I could relate to her a lot. Which is another thing I liked about the book; the characters are very relatable. I also loved Mr. Tumnus he was a very creative addition to the story.
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
One of my Favorites as a kid. I love the idea of redemption in this book and how it explores rights and wrongs.
Amazing
I wish I would have liked reading when I was younger. I would have gone on so many more adventures. Can’t wait to read the rest!!
I wish I would have liked reading when I was younger. I would have gone on so many more adventures. Can’t wait to read the rest!!
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
A re-read, or re-listen of one of the books that started it all for me! Interesting to listen as an adult and the different things you pick up on, definitely noticing so much more of the symbolism. As a 10 year old, I just loved the story, and still do.
We listened to the audiobook as a family on a road trip and I kept thinking the kids weren't listening and then they'd surprise me and start asking questions and wanting me to pause it so we could talk about the story. So it was very engaging for our kids aged 5-10. A success!
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-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
dark
tense
medium-paced
It went both fast and slow and I didn't really like that
6.5/10
This book is a bit too fast paced for me. I feel like I should have a better understanding/relationship to the characters than I have time to develop. Would love some more dialogue to flesh out the four kids.
Additionally, the Christianity doesn't do it for me. I have no problem referring to the children as sons/daughters of Adam/Eve. However, when Aslan sacrifices himself for Edmunds sins and is reborn, it just feel unoriginal. I can understand that C. S. Lewis wanted to tell that story to his daughter and added his own twist though.
As of now this book is not a re-read for me. I will have to finish the series to see if it gets better. However, I think this is a book I can read for my children (when I have some).
Side note: I feel like if you like The Hobbit better than LOTR, this might be for you.
This book is a bit too fast paced for me. I feel like I should have a better understanding/relationship to the characters than I have time to develop. Would love some more dialogue to flesh out the four kids.
Additionally, the Christianity doesn't do it for me. I have no problem referring to the children as sons/daughters of Adam/Eve. However, when Aslan sacrifices himself for Edmunds sins and is reborn, it just feel unoriginal. I can understand that C. S. Lewis wanted to tell that story to his daughter and added his own twist though.
As of now this book is not a re-read for me. I will have to finish the series to see if it gets better. However, I think this is a book I can read for my children (when I have some).
Side note: I feel like if you like The Hobbit better than LOTR, this might be for you.