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3.82 AVERAGE
3.82 AVERAGE
I loved the Bronze Bow. I thought it was beautifully written. I loved how Speare took us into the past in such a real and appropriate way. I loved the way the setting came alive and how immersed I felt in the culture. I loved the character development. Each character in the book contributed to the story in such a lovely way. I grew to love the main character Daniel though the interactions that he had with others. I loved the language and the message of the book. This is a book I look forward to sharing with my children. It is a real classic that I could read time and time again.
The Bronze Bow was such a great tale of forgiveness, understanding, and letting go of hate. I wasn't really interested the first half and I didn't really care for Daniel, and then suddenly I was emotionally invested. Elizabeth George Speare did a great job of incorporating Jesus and the apostles without making it seem to preachy or cheesy-- It felt like the insertion of any well known historical figure. Loved the message and having Daniel be at such an unlikable place for a good part of the story really emphasizes how much his heart changes. Would recommend!
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
slow-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
Wonderful book. Don't pass judgement on it until you've read to the last page. The first quarter was tough for me to get through, since Daniel was so caught up in Rosh's group that it was hard to see any hope for his character development, but the introduction of Simon really saved it for me. Then we get to see more of Thacia and Leah, who I loved, and finally (and most importantly) Jesus. Daniel was such a difficult character to love, but I just couldn't help rooting for him. Seeing his relationships with different people grow and fade throughout the book and watching him try to figure out what he really wants was a painful but ultimately worthwhile experience. And that ending. No spoilers, but I cried.
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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:
Yes
I stumbled upon this book and what a treasure. I loved it! It is a Historical fiction on how hate can affect you and those around you and how love can soften hearts. I felt like it was very well written.
He trains my hands for war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze. –from the Song of David (2 Samuel 22:35) This gripping, action-packed novel tells the story of eighteen-year-old Daniel bar Jamin—a fierce, hotheaded young man bent on revenging his father’s death by forcing the Romans from his land of Israel. Daniel’s palpable hatred for Romans wanes only when he starts to hear the gentle lessons of the traveling carpenter, Jesus of Nazareth. A fast-paced, suspenseful, vividly wrought tale of friendship, loyalty, the idea of home, community . . . and ultimately, as Jesus says to Daniel on page 224: “Can’t you see, Daniel, it is hate that is the enemy? Not men. Hate does not die with killing. It only springs up a hundredfold. The only thing stronger than hate is love.” A powerful, relevant read in turbulent times.
He trains my hands for war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze. –from the Song of David (2 Samuel 22:35) This gripping, action-packed novel tells the story of eighteen-year-old Daniel bar Jamin—a fierce, hotheaded young man bent on revenging his father’s death by forcing the Romans from his land of Israel. Daniel’s palpable hatred for Romans wanes only when he starts to hear the gentle lessons of the traveling carpenter, Jesus of Nazareth. A fast-paced, suspenseful, vividly wrought tale of friendship, loyalty, the idea of home, community . . . and ultimately, as Jesus says to Daniel on page 224: “Can’t you see, Daniel, it is hate that is the enemy? Not men. Hate does not die with killing. It only springs up a hundredfold. The only thing stronger than hate is love.” A powerful, relevant read in turbulent times.
reflective
slow-paced
I LOVED this the first time I read it in 7th grade. I reread it with James while we were dating and found it to be not as epic as I remembered. That being said, leaving it at 5 stars in honor of my initial impression.
2.5 really. This book would never win the Newbery in modern times.
This is a very nice somewhat gentle book with a good message. Even the violent parts are very tame. I think it is a great book to read with children. I am glad we read it for book group!