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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
Interesting science fiction with a literary twist. Ending was a surprise and very cool.
This was an interesting little book. While there were some really weird turns and I felt like things in the beginning were a little too glossed over, I found myself intrigued by the perspective of the author. The view of the future in a book written in the early 80s fascinates me and really isn't too unimaginable. It's a quick read and a decent springboard for discussion...I read it with a small group of 5th graders and another adult and it has sparked good talking points.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I think this may have been the first science fiction book that I ever read. For some reason, I vividly remembered the part at the beginning where the old photographs are yellow because the light is getting bluer and colder, and of course the glass grass and crystalline wheat, but I had completely forgotten about the .
Spoiler
giant moths WTF
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The Green Book was the perfect story at the perfect time for our family. Our daughter was a very early reader, and good chapter books that she could read that don't get into overly adult material - yet did not insult her intelligence - were hard to find. (if your impulse is to start listing them - we are avid readers, have no fear - we never ran out)
The child protagonists of this book were a great entry point for her - their intelligence was also something she appreciated. The Green Book was her gateway into reading longer form science fiction, of which she's become a fan.
Some reviews point out the fact that there are scientific inconsistencies... well, yeah - comics can be a good read, too, and getting hung up over where Spider-man's web is connecting and why Batman travels by rooftop doesn't seem to give anyone pause. Doctor Who, Star Wars, Star Trek, anyone? As for boring? Never. Sadly - this is likely the effect of assigned reading in school, which does kill many a good book for many a reluctant student. Ironically - the fact that it is assigned at times, speaks well for it's quality.
Another aspect that we liked was the fact that the society facing peril were not reaching for supernatural reassurances as they coped with their problems. The secular nature of their worldview was one we appreciate, and made the story feel like it was grounded.
The child protagonists of this book were a great entry point for her - their intelligence was also something she appreciated. The Green Book was her gateway into reading longer form science fiction, of which she's become a fan.
Some reviews point out the fact that there are scientific inconsistencies... well, yeah - comics can be a good read, too, and getting hung up over where Spider-man's web is connecting and why Batman travels by rooftop doesn't seem to give anyone pause. Doctor Who, Star Wars, Star Trek, anyone? As for boring? Never. Sadly - this is likely the effect of assigned reading in school, which does kill many a good book for many a reluctant student. Ironically - the fact that it is assigned at times, speaks well for it's quality.
Another aspect that we liked was the fact that the society facing peril were not reaching for supernatural reassurances as they coped with their problems. The secular nature of their worldview was one we appreciate, and made the story feel like it was grounded.
As far as children’s books go this book was honestly amazing! I read this years ago as a young girl and I still remember it as a 29 year old! The plot was amazing the details and descriptions of the other world transports you! I am looking forward to reading this again!
dark
inspiring
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Suicide
I have a thing for sci fi where colonists are forced to settle new planets without the aid of high technology. This book, despite being short, simple, and childish, touches strikes those chords sufficiently. Almost the genre boiled down to a parable. Just don't approach this book expecting anything grounded in good logical science.