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4.1 AVERAGE
4.1 AVERAGE
dark
funny
mysterious
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Harvey had climbed the porch steps by now, and stopped in front of the open door. This was a moment of decision, he knew, though he wasn’t quite certain why.
This was a quick little MG/YA fantasy read with a pinch of horror. Harvey Swick is a kid dealing with the dreariness of mid-winter who wants some excitement in his life. And he gets exactly what he wishes for -- kind of. Harvey is whisked away to a magical house, where he can play with other children and where all his wants are met. But, of course, things aren't quite what they seem. This wasn't a new favorite, but it was a fun little novel to zip through. I definitely recommend it to those looking for some lighter horror
Like it a lot but it's not Abarat. Then again, what is?
This book has one of the best opening paragraphs I've ever read:
"The great gray beast February had eaten Harvey Swick alive. Here he was,
buried in the belly of that smothering month, wondering if he would ever find
his way out through the cold coils that lay between here and Easter."
Everything about this book is perfect. I was immediately drawn into Harvey's world. I could relate to his existential boredom as it took me back to being a child with nothing to do. Why wouldn't he jump on the chance to take a vacation to Hood's Holiday House? What unfolds is a classic tale of "be careful what you wish for." This book has lovable characters, disgusting antagonists, and plenty of magic. I am so glad I read it. I can't wait to pick up another Clive Barker book!
"The great gray beast February had eaten Harvey Swick alive. Here he was,
buried in the belly of that smothering month, wondering if he would ever find
his way out through the cold coils that lay between here and Easter."
Everything about this book is perfect. I was immediately drawn into Harvey's world. I could relate to his existential boredom as it took me back to being a child with nothing to do. Why wouldn't he jump on the chance to take a vacation to Hood's Holiday House? What unfolds is a classic tale of "be careful what you wish for." This book has lovable characters, disgusting antagonists, and plenty of magic. I am so glad I read it. I can't wait to pick up another Clive Barker book!
One of the best books you can give your middle school reader and above around Halloween. Also a delight for adults. It's very similar in tone to Neil Gaiman (or vice versa, perhaps...), and I bet you it's great read aloud.
adventurous
dark
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Uma história recheada de inocência pueril com a capacidade de levar adultos a viajar na ambiguidade das mais doces recordações e pesadelos inimagináveis.
Existem livros que são especiais, pela forma como narram a história ou pelas suas personagens, O Ladrão de Eternidade, sem dúvida, que conquistará muitos leitores pela sua narrativa que nos embala e enlaça num universo de sonhos e magia, mas que no entanto, desde a primeira página, nos dá a certeza que nos encontramos perante a ilusão de felicidade.
Esta foi a minha primeira leitura de Clive Barker não sendo, no entanto, a primeira vez que ouvi falar deste autor, mestre na arte de narrar as fantasias mais sombrias levando-vos, neste seu livro, a percorrer os caminhos mais perversos devidos aos desejos mais ingénuos.
Opinião completa: http://historiasdeelphaba.blogspot.com/search/label/Clive%20Barker
Existem livros que são especiais, pela forma como narram a história ou pelas suas personagens, O Ladrão de Eternidade, sem dúvida, que conquistará muitos leitores pela sua narrativa que nos embala e enlaça num universo de sonhos e magia, mas que no entanto, desde a primeira página, nos dá a certeza que nos encontramos perante a ilusão de felicidade.
Esta foi a minha primeira leitura de Clive Barker não sendo, no entanto, a primeira vez que ouvi falar deste autor, mestre na arte de narrar as fantasias mais sombrias levando-vos, neste seu livro, a percorrer os caminhos mais perversos devidos aos desejos mais ingénuos.
Opinião completa: http://historiasdeelphaba.blogspot.com/search/label/Clive%20Barker
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes