Reviews

O Meu Nome é Mina by David Almond

jesslower's review against another edition

4.0

This was such an interesting quick read.
It is written in stream of consciousness so often it will switch from pure prose. This may not be fore everyone, but I think the author was very successful in what they set out to do. It was easy and enjoyable to read, I never got lost, which can happen in stream of consciousness.
Unfortunately, it does leave you with a few questions that I wish were answered. However, this is a prequel to his other book Skellig so maybe they are answered in that book.

innergrace's review against another edition

emotional inspiring reflective slow-paced

• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

kylita's review against another edition

1.0

Not a book that really moved me, it was just a bunch of words. Mina didn't become a character I loved or hated. Just kind of... there.

bengriffin's review against another edition

5.0

It was two years ago when I read Skellig and whilst I remember enjoying it, most of the details are fuzzy, including that Mina even existed. I won't be having that problem again because I loved this book. Mina and her mother are incredibly endearing characters and their enthusiasm for life is infectious without ever shying away from the darker aspects. The themes and values within the story, particularly the strengths and weaknesses of the education system, were really well handled and the Blake quotes were appreciated rather than over-used this time. Any book which makes me love the world again in a cold, wet January is definitely worth a read.

sarahgb's review against another edition

4.0

As Mina's journal entries grow, so does Mina's story. It's one about an extraordinary girl and a story that will grow on you. Beautifully presented and shortlisted for the 2012 Carnegie medal.

annie139d7's review against another edition

4.0

Loved the stream of consciousness writing style like On the Road for children. It got a little preachy at times with its exercises and telling more than showing. Very good message and I loved that the story was motivated my character rather than plot like most other YA novels.

jaxreadshere_21's review against another edition

4.0

A sweet story about a sweet girl who doesn't quite fit in. Told from her perspective as she's writing her thoughts and working out how she thinks about and sees the world, this book captures Mina's free spirit and amazing creativity. I really enjoyed the format and font of the book, and it was easy to believe Mina really did write the whole thing herself. The depictions of all the relationships between the various characters was great as well. Her mom was lovely, and it was nice hearing about all the little anecdotes of Mina's interactions with neighbors and the other children (at least, the ones who were nice to her). Makes me want to read Skelig again!

han2709's review against another edition

hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

Lovely writing but not a lot happened

mfletcher's review against another edition

5.0

I absolutely loved this book. I had to read it for English class last year and OMG AMAZING. I connected with Mina so well and understood her. David Almond was able to put into words things that I have been trying to say for years and it was amazing. I especially loved how she refused to plan her writing. I would recommend this book to anyone and

missnatashak's review against another edition

4.0

What a cool book! I love the way it is written with normal paragraphs and then some poetic scribblings and added notes to it!