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dogearedbooks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
My heart hurts, in a happy way. I am crying. I've reread sections multiple times already. My new favourite book, it is perfect. I feel so connected to this, understood.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
anastasiamakes's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Xenophobia, and Racism
Minor: Confinement, Death of parent, and Forced institutionalization
alybark's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
3.0
This book is sweet, but I think it’s best suited to a young adult audience. The simple writing and the fact that everything was clearly stated in the dialogue felt almost patronizing at times. I would call it a light read despite some of the heavy topics just because of the style. Overall, it’s a good light book with positive morals and cute magical kid characters.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Physical abuse, and Racism
n_asyikin_'s review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-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
Edited: It has come to my attention recently that Klune was inspired by what happened to the Canadian indigenous children. Though I did not change the ratings as I believed it is not a telling of their history, I believe potential readers should be aware of this appropriation of the trauma of groups made to be marginalized. Also, I acknowledge some readers might be completely turned off from wanting to read it for that fact. I think if you have read the story, another thing you can do is to also read-up on the history of Canadian's indigenous people. Amplify indigenous voices & support the community. You can start by going through the National Center for Truth and Reconciliation website.
Review: It's so very hard to feel hopeful in the world, and in the situation, that we live in today, what's with neglect & apathy in abundance. From others, I knew this book could provide me with an escape I desperately needed. I have my expectations. It fulfils my expectations. It surpasses them.
Klune has a way to say things in the simplest of way, but have them packed with meaning the depth of the ocean. I adore the celebration of children's innocence, depicted through the sincerity & honesty of Lucy, Talia, Phee, Sal, Chauncey & Theodore. They were love. They reminded me to how pure things could be. Like Linus, I so (helplessly & happily) adore them! The offhanded, often dry humour provided a great reprieve. But really, this whole book is a balm for my wearied soul. You have wise, witty characters (Shoutout to the awe-everything, Zoe & awesome, Helen). Sometimes clueless, but well-meaning adults. And just god honest people whose heart are full, full of care & love - despite everything in this world trying to snuff that out. Yes, the story does get idealistic. But in Arthur & Linus' own words, it's neither here nor there. My heart burst with so much joy & hope, warmth - and just, all things in celebration of life from reading this. For those who are weary, whom have yet to allow cynicism to harden your heart into stone, let this book be your resting place. I know it was mine. I will remember them all, & I think that is a testament to the cast of incredible characters I have the pleasure to know in this moving story.
Review: It's so very hard to feel hopeful in the world, and in the situation, that we live in today, what's with neglect & apathy in abundance. From others, I knew this book could provide me with an escape I desperately needed. I have my expectations. It fulfils my expectations. It surpasses them.
Klune has a way to say things in the simplest of way, but have them packed with meaning the depth of the ocean. I adore the celebration of children's innocence, depicted through the sincerity & honesty of Lucy, Talia, Phee, Sal, Chauncey & Theodore. They were love. They reminded me to how pure things could be. Like Linus, I so (helplessly & happily) adore them! The offhanded, often dry humour provided a great reprieve. But really, this whole book is a balm for my wearied soul. You have wise, witty characters (Shoutout to the awe-everything, Zoe & awesome, Helen). Sometimes clueless, but well-meaning adults. And just god honest people whose heart are full, full of care & love - despite everything in this world trying to snuff that out. Yes, the story does get idealistic. But in Arthur & Linus' own words, it's neither here nor there. My heart burst with so much joy & hope, warmth - and just, all things in celebration of life from reading this. For those who are weary, whom have yet to allow cynicism to harden your heart into stone, let this book be your resting place. I know it was mine. I will remember them all, & I think that is a testament to the cast of incredible characters I have the pleasure to know in this moving story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Racism
Moderate: Confinement and Fatphobia
reinareads's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Racism, Confinement, and Bullying
halfwaytoaugust's review against another edition
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Child abuse, Confinement, and Fatphobia
chartas's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Xenophobia, Racism, and Child abuse
mmalone's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Forced institutionalization, and Racism
Moderate: Body shaming, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Forced institutionalization, Physical abuse, and Racism
Minor: Animal cruelty and Cannibalism
lucystolethesky's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
medium-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Xenophobia, Ableism, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Child abuse, Body shaming, Fatphobia, and Violence
Minor: Homophobia
readerette's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-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? Yes
5.0
Aside from an identity mystery that is pretty easy to figure out if you've read or watched other mysteries, this story is stellar. Touching and funny, and while it's about magical beings in a world that doesn't understand them, the correlation to other kinds of diversity is obvious. The characters are a delight--deeply drawn, imaginatively created, and relatable. It's been a while since I read something so realistic and still so hopeful.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse and Racism
Minor: Blood, Bullying, Confinement, Cursing, Forced institutionalization, Grief, and Violence