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book_nerd_1990's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
ameserole's review against another edition
4.0
I love short books especially when they are written by Jodi freaking Picoult.
Yes, it is short and I didn't remember if it said that when I was clicking "want to read" on GR but then again, I have been trying to knock out every one of her books. Just to say that I have read them all. Seemed like a good goal to set when I did and I sort of feel accomplished right now. I have no idea where I am at with reading her books - but I sure hope I'm close to the finish line.
The Color War is one of those inspirational novellas that will grab your heart and make you feel something. The MC is coming of age, while living in America, where the lines between race and class are blurred.
Raymond, the MC, is freaking adorable and I loved everything about him. Then there's his best friend Monroe, who is always adventurous but these two are peas in a freaking pod. I love that he wasn't thrilled about going to bible camp (I have never been and pretty sure I would never be ecstatic about going either). I also really liked meeting Melody, who was one of the counselors at the camp.
This book is super short and a really easy read. If you're like me you wont accept the ending of this book because it just kind of seemed to end. Randomly. I don't really know how else to explain it.
Overall, I liked the book. I liked getting to know Raymond more - especially learning about his "secret". I wanted more but I'll have to be okay with what I got.
Yes, it is short and I didn't remember if it said that when I was clicking "want to read" on GR but then again, I have been trying to knock out every one of her books. Just to say that I have read them all. Seemed like a good goal to set when I did and I sort of feel accomplished right now. I have no idea where I am at with reading her books - but I sure hope I'm close to the finish line.
The Color War is one of those inspirational novellas that will grab your heart and make you feel something. The MC is coming of age, while living in America, where the lines between race and class are blurred.
Raymond, the MC, is freaking adorable and I loved everything about him. Then there's his best friend Monroe, who is always adventurous but these two are peas in a freaking pod. I love that he wasn't thrilled about going to bible camp (I have never been and pretty sure I would never be ecstatic about going either). I also really liked meeting Melody, who was one of the counselors at the camp.
This book is super short and a really easy read. If you're like me you wont accept the ending of this book because it just kind of seemed to end. Randomly. I don't really know how else to explain it.
Overall, I liked the book. I liked getting to know Raymond more - especially learning about his "secret". I wanted more but I'll have to be okay with what I got.
judithdcollins's review against another edition
4.0
An engaging e-short story of an African American boy, Raymond nine years old who has lost his best friend at the hand of a gang and now he is lonely thinking of his friend Monroe. His mother recommends a summer camp for inner city kids sponsored by a church.
As he thinks of the good times he had with his friend Monroe, he meets a 16 yr old white girl (a lifeguard) named Melody which is part of the camp leaders. He is infatuated with her and the way to impress her is by swimming. He desires to impress her in the swimming competition. He is wise beyond his years and confides in her as he knows there is a fine line between race and cultures.
Again, Jodi Picoult tackles relevant issues of the human heart in a moving way! Your heart goes out to this special little boy which was beautifully written--Have read all Jodi’s books and she never disappoints.
As he thinks of the good times he had with his friend Monroe, he meets a 16 yr old white girl (a lifeguard) named Melody which is part of the camp leaders. He is infatuated with her and the way to impress her is by swimming. He desires to impress her in the swimming competition. He is wise beyond his years and confides in her as he knows there is a fine line between race and cultures.
Again, Jodi Picoult tackles relevant issues of the human heart in a moving way! Your heart goes out to this special little boy which was beautifully written--Have read all Jodi’s books and she never disappoints.
fionna_a's review against another edition
4.0
A moving short story, different from Picoult's normal style.
cameron9777's review against another edition
1.0
Seemed like the outline for half of novel
I love Jodi Picoult and I was excited to see a free book, even if it was a short story. The theme was great and the concept was good. I think it even had potential as a short story, but it didn't develop into a complete story.
I love Jodi Picoult and I was excited to see a free book, even if it was a short story. The theme was great and the concept was good. I think it even had potential as a short story, but it didn't develop into a complete story.
whoisajax's review against another edition
1.0
Sorry Jodi found this story a little boring and very far from your style of writing
teriboop's review against another edition
3.0
Jodi Picoult's The Color War explores the issue of racism today from the eyes of a young black boy. The story is about a young boy name Raymond from an inner-city home that goes to a Bible summer camp. He joins a swimming class and is enamored with his teacher, a young white girl named Melody who helps Raymond feel like everyone else. During the summer, tragedy happens back home, that throws Raymond into a bit of a spiral until Melody helps him come to terms with his fears.
I liked the story throughout but the final scene kinda left me hanging.
I liked the story throughout but the final scene kinda left me hanging.
marilynmalloy's review against another edition
4.0
A nice quick book. Read in a bout an hour. I hope Jodi Picoult later expands on some of the characters
sswee391's review against another edition
2.0
The story is only 23 pages long...wish I didn't spend $2 on it. It would be good if the story continued; it ends with a cliffhanger.
marryallthepeople's review against another edition
3.0
Short story! I feel like I need to be in an English class to fully understand the layers that I read...