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bethmitcham's review against another edition
4.0
Emotionally honest and lovely to read. I do worry about the boy's family; it's not at all clear he's returning to a healthy situation.
mandyk's review against another edition
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.
spoko's review against another edition
5.0
Grace Lin's novels are really in their own space. There's a kind of magic in the way she works the larger story together with traditional stories and her own original paintings. Beyond that, they're just wonderfully written, beautifully woven stories, filled with interesting characters and gripping moments. The kids loved hearing this (and Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, before), and I really enjoyed reading it with them. The story just rings in your ears, and fades very slowly, and it's a really nice space to be in.
brucefarrar's review against another edition
3.0
Angry at his father’s cruel indifference Rendi runs away as far as he can. He’s discovered hiding in wine merchant’s cart at the desolate and remote Village of Clear Sky where he’s put to work as a chore boy by the innkeeper Master Chao. At night Rendi can hardly sleep because of the cries and moans of the sky grieving for the loss of the moon, and during the day he’s continually frustrated by the Master Chao’s young daughter whom he hates on sight. It’s not until a mysterious and beautiful storyteller come to the Inn of Clear Sky that his anger and grief begin to abate.
Like her earlier book, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, Lin has based this on traditional Chinese folktales repurposed for her own story. Her illustrations are bright companions to this tale of forgiveness and reconciliation.
Like her earlier book, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, Lin has based this on traditional Chinese folktales repurposed for her own story. Her illustrations are bright companions to this tale of forgiveness and reconciliation.
christinaerickson33's review against another edition
5.0
I love Grace Lin writing. She does such a great job of bringing you into the story and loving the characters, that you don't put the book down until your done. I love recommending these at Off the Beaten Path Bookstore to everyone. Young and old alike.
mandkips's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
lilia's review against another edition
5.0
Amazing. This is the only novel that has made me cry real, hard tears after finishing it.
annalisaely's review against another edition
5.0
This was a really wonderful story about stories, specifically oral history and legends.
cindyc3689's review against another edition
4.0
I remember reading [b:Where the Mountain Meets the Moon|9804700|Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Tempat Gunung Berjumpa Rembulan|Grace Lin|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1291264043s/9804700.jpg|6157354] and feeling very happy. This one sure made me felt the same. Modern retelling of old myths dan fairy tales, intertwined each other and made up the big story of the book. All light and warm, and carrying powerful message of forgiveness. The illustrations also unique and pretty.
Love it. Love it. LOVE IT.
Love it. Love it. LOVE IT.
janeneal's review against another edition
4.0
I absolutely loved Where the Mountain Meets the Moon and this book did not disappoint. I do feel it moved a little slower as it took place in one location, rather than on a journey. However, each character and story told within was just as unique and riveting as it's companion.