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ajay913's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal cruelty and Fire/Fire injury
in_and_out_of_the_stash's review against another edition
4.0
This reminded me of the stories I read when I was young. There was one aspect of the storyline that was troubling and may upset some readers. But in her thank yous at the end, the author thanks young readers who read the draft so it would appear that they are fine with the story.
vll295's review against another edition
3.0
This book is part Charlotte Web, part Homeward Bound (of sorts). A short book about animals who learn something terrible is about to happen and their plan for escape. I enjoyed the book. More about my personal review can be found on: hesaidbooksorme.blogspot.com.
Disclaimer: I was awarded this book in a Goodreads giveaway. While I did not pay for the book, the opinions expressed in this book are strictly my own.
Disclaimer: I was awarded this book in a Goodreads giveaway. While I did not pay for the book, the opinions expressed in this book are strictly my own.
greenvillemelissa's review against another edition
4.0
Book #61 Read in 2015
Escape from Baxter's Barn by Rebecca Bond
This book reminded me of Charlotte's Web, in the fact that all of the animals are working together for a good cause. In this book, the barn animals realize that their owner has plans to burn down their barn to get insurance money. They hope that he would let them out first but they can't be sure so they create an action plan to get all of them out safely. Each animal has a distinct personality and a purpose to help the greater good. This is well written and includes decent black and white drawings. I received a copy of this book from Amazon Vine in exchange for a honest review.
http://melissasbookpicks.blogspot.com
Escape from Baxter's Barn by Rebecca Bond
This book reminded me of Charlotte's Web, in the fact that all of the animals are working together for a good cause. In this book, the barn animals realize that their owner has plans to burn down their barn to get insurance money. They hope that he would let them out first but they can't be sure so they create an action plan to get all of them out safely. Each animal has a distinct personality and a purpose to help the greater good. This is well written and includes decent black and white drawings. I received a copy of this book from Amazon Vine in exchange for a honest review.
http://melissasbookpicks.blogspot.com
melissapalmer404's review against another edition
4.0
Book #61 Read in 2015
Escape from Baxter's Barn by Rebecca Bond
This book reminded me of Charlotte's Web, in the fact that all of the animals are working together for a good cause. In this book, the barn animals realize that their owner has plans to burn down their barn to get insurance money. They hope that he would let them out first but they can't be sure so they create an action plan to get all of them out safely. Each animal has a distinct personality and a purpose to help the greater good. This is well written and includes decent black and white drawings. I received a copy of this book from Amazon Vine in exchange for a honest review.
http://melissasbookpicks.blogspot.com
Escape from Baxter's Barn by Rebecca Bond
This book reminded me of Charlotte's Web, in the fact that all of the animals are working together for a good cause. In this book, the barn animals realize that their owner has plans to burn down their barn to get insurance money. They hope that he would let them out first but they can't be sure so they create an action plan to get all of them out safely. Each animal has a distinct personality and a purpose to help the greater good. This is well written and includes decent black and white drawings. I received a copy of this book from Amazon Vine in exchange for a honest review.
http://melissasbookpicks.blogspot.com
froggylibrarian1's review against another edition
5.0
The animals in Baxter's Barn have a pretty good life. They eat, work, sleep. Until one day, Burdock, the new cat, overhears Dewey and his brother arguing. What Burdock overhears starts a desperate move to escape from the barn. You see, Dewey is planning on setting the barn on fire.
The reader is not given much information about why Dewey wants or feels he needs to set the barn on fire. As an older reader it was apparent to me but I think younger readers would miss the insurance scheme and might need a bit of background knowledge. The interplay between the animal characters and the plot itself was fun and everything came together well in the end.
Overall, I enjoyed the book. Not a favorite - but a good anuimal fantasy.
The reader is not given much information about why Dewey wants or feels he needs to set the barn on fire. As an older reader it was apparent to me but I think younger readers would miss the insurance scheme and might need a bit of background knowledge. The interplay between the animal characters and the plot itself was fun and everything came together well in the end.
Overall, I enjoyed the book. Not a favorite - but a good anuimal fantasy.
luckyliza13's review against another edition
4.0
Sweet friendship story, perfect for 2nd, 3rd, 4th graders & anyone who liked Charlotte's Web.
jillcd's review against another edition
3.0
The book has a lot of similarities to Charlotte's Web. A cute quick read.