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bibliophilicjester's review against another edition
4.0
I love these books. Even if you're familiar with the traditional tales or if you see where it's going, all the stories slowly weaving together is so beautiful to read. The road definitely stole the show for me though, lol. Even though some characters from the other two companion books made appearances, and I love them just as much! I'm still not sure if I read these in the right order, but I'll check before I reread them
ailsastephanie's review against another edition
4.0
This book is the story of Rendi. A boy who travels around in merchant carts, finding his way to the perfect life. When Rendi comes upon the village of Clear Sky, Rendi notices something, the moon is missing. As he works at an inn, he learns the secret of the moon and the meaning of family. Along the way he meets his best friend Peiyi, the young daughter of the innkeeper, and Madame Chang, a mysterious storyteller who helps Rendi find himself with the power of storytelling.
I really liked this book. Rendi is such a deep feeling character that has been through so much. When he tells his stories, it's like he's opening up bit by bit to his past. I recommend this book to younger audiences around eight or nine, but worth the read for older audiences.
I really liked this book. Rendi is such a deep feeling character that has been through so much. When he tells his stories, it's like he's opening up bit by bit to his past. I recommend this book to younger audiences around eight or nine, but worth the read for older audiences.
littleghostbooks's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
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
3.0
mandyk's review
5.0
I loved this just as much, if not more than the Where the Mountain Meets the Moon. I love fairy tales and myths, and Grace Lin has such a beautiful way of incorporating threads of Chinese folklore into a new fairy tale. Starry River of the Sky did an amazing job of having many smaller fairytales within the overarching fairytale-esqe story; at first, the fairytales seem unrelated but by the end, they all have a place in the progression of the broader plot. We also got to see some returning side characters from Where the Mountain Meets the Moon. This is more than just a retelling, which I also love but usually have a different feel from the traditional fairytales that they are based. Starry River of the Sky (and Where the Mountain Meets the Moon) manages to capture that same atmosphere of the folklore it's incorporating so that it doesn't feel like a rehashing or reboot but instead feels like it fits seamlessly in.
At the end of the book, Grace Lin also includes a list of works that inspired her book, and I am so grateful for that! There are so many books on mythology and folklore, so it's incredibly helpful to have a curated list from the author that she found most useful. I've already placed a hold for a couple of the books through my local library to explore the folklore further.
If you love the whimsy and wonder of fairytales and are looking for some new ones, you must pick this up.
At the end of the book, Grace Lin also includes a list of works that inspired her book, and I am so grateful for that! There are so many books on mythology and folklore, so it's incredibly helpful to have a curated list from the author that she found most useful. I've already placed a hold for a couple of the books through my local library to explore the folklore further.
If you love the whimsy and wonder of fairytales and are looking for some new ones, you must pick this up.
jeninmotion's review against another edition
4.0
Oh, this was a charming book! It is a story about the power of story, about interpreting traditional Chinese myths, and the power of family and friends. Great way to start off my BookRiot 2016 and GoodReads challenges.
wyntonrude17's review
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Lin brings out enchanting imagery through her wonderful storytelling and captivating, color illustrations. I love the way the various plotlines interweave and mirror.
cakt1991's review against another edition
adventurous
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
4.0
gretacwink's review against another edition
4.0
I'm not sure why, but I liked where the mountain meets the moon a lot better. It's good, it's just not as palatable to my taste.
I love the theme and how it is presented: The secret to peace is forgiveness. Best theme of the year.
I love the theme and how it is presented: The secret to peace is forgiveness. Best theme of the year.
larskat's review against another edition
3.0
Lin takes stories from Chinese Folklore and twists them into her story with lively and likeable characters. Boy runs away from home, finds shelter at an inn where he meets the most interesting people. The moon is missing, the mountain has moved and it is not raining the story concludes through a combination of the stories being told and the story itself.
naomiysl's review against another edition
4.0
Profoundly satisfying, in the way of fairy tales and folklore.