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ijsselmeer13's review against another edition
4.0
Though there was no strong plotline in this book, it was so beautiful to read all of the random snippets of Mina's life. I love how free and hopeful this journal of Mina's is.
I have never read Skellig, so I wonder how this prequel relates to the book.
I have never read Skellig, so I wonder how this prequel relates to the book.
coo1's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
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
5.0
aurumora's review against another edition
4.0
Es ist ganz und gar kein gewöhnliches Buch.
Die aktivitäten sollte man einmal durchgeführt haben finde ich.
Lasst euch nicht von dem etwas schwachen Anfang abschrecken.
Mehr kann und will ich nicht sagen,
nur vielleicht noch das ich es 3 Uhr nachts ausgelesen habe, heute. *grins*
Die aktivitäten sollte man einmal durchgeführt haben finde ich.
Lasst euch nicht von dem etwas schwachen Anfang abschrecken.
Mehr kann und will ich nicht sagen,
nur vielleicht noch das ich es 3 Uhr nachts ausgelesen habe, heute. *grins*
davies_508's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
Young child is definitely on the spectrum for ADHD. As someone on the spectrum I believe everyone on it should read it
bavariancowriot's review against another edition
3.0
I was a bit conflicted in rating this book - it was well written and the author does a very good job of sketching the main character through her journal/diary entries. However, it just wasn't for me. The main character is a very dramatic, eccentric, and deeply philosophical girl who struggles with the constraints and conventions of society, friendship, and especially school. I found the plot difficult to follow, however that's a main feature of the character and the novel. I think that it would do very well with younger girls who have a flair for the dramatic, feel themselves to be different, and enjoy the 'diary' style of writing that is not necessarily a step-by-step plot, but rather is a written expression of the personality and deepest thoughts on life and being.
readersaurusrobin's review against another edition
2.0
At one point, a teacher asks what if he wrote a story in which nothing happens. A short time later, Mina, too, wonders what if there was a story where nothing interesting happens at all. Sadly, someone has written that book and, it is David Almond. Especially sad because Almond's books are often fascinating, puzzling, bothering. And, I like Mina, as a person. She's a gem of a kid who I'd like to know.
"Take a line for a walk.
Find out what you're drawing when you've drawn it.
Take some words for a walk.
Find out what you're writing when you've written it.
Take yourself for a walk.
Find out where you're going when you get there."
All the feathers and birds and thoughts of the Underworld do set the scene for Skellig, which was a quirky and fascinating and odd and atmospheric story. But, it was really unfair to have called My Name is Mina a prequel to Skellig.
I struggled to finish reading this book.
"Take a line for a walk.
Find out what you're drawing when you've drawn it.
Take some words for a walk.
Find out what you're writing when you've written it.
Take yourself for a walk.
Find out where you're going when you get there."
All the feathers and birds and thoughts of the Underworld do set the scene for Skellig, which was a quirky and fascinating and odd and atmospheric story. But, it was really unfair to have called My Name is Mina a prequel to Skellig.
I struggled to finish reading this book.
maria_rb's review against another edition
3.0
Great commentary on the power of words, but a little underwhelming in plot and character development beyond Mina being focused on herself and her own plight. I usually love precocious children and tales of their quirkiness, yet this one fell a little flat for me because Mina seemed so intent on being portrayed as a preachy child whose every opinion was lauded as important and amazing and enchanting. I agree with her opinions about school killing creativity and whatnot, but the way it is told didn't ring true to me for someone her age. She sounded preachy and snooty, which made this seem less authentic a read to me. That said, I really enjoyed her character in Skellig.
llesky's review against another edition
4.0
Can't wait to reread Skellig now that I have read this. Freshman and sophomore girls who have not read a lot would like this book as well as Skellig.
reyaban's review against another edition
5.0
Skellig was my absolute favourite book as a child, and I only found out it has a prequel a few months ago - I was miles beyond excited, and for good reason. This turned out to be such a wonderful novel, although notably different from Skellig in its approach.
Still, the tenderness it has and cultivates, the colour and beauty in its philosophies…they can teach a child so many essential lessons. About creativity, freedom, boldness. About being curious, learning to be and love themselves, and especially seeing the world around them through the lens of endless wonder.
I’d say this book is a crucial read for any child, but also for every inner child within us. It comes as a guide and reminder to nurture that warm little flame inside, and keep an open eye to the evergiving beauty of this world.
Still, the tenderness it has and cultivates, the colour and beauty in its philosophies…they can teach a child so many essential lessons. About creativity, freedom, boldness. About being curious, learning to be and love themselves, and especially seeing the world around them through the lens of endless wonder.
I’d say this book is a crucial read for any child, but also for every inner child within us. It comes as a guide and reminder to nurture that warm little flame inside, and keep an open eye to the evergiving beauty of this world.