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This was one of the first Terry Pratchett’s that I ever read and I instantly fell in love. I remember actually laughing tears of of joy while reading this, but it is not just a humorous fantasy novel. There is real substance to much of what Terry Pratchett points out. This was also where I was first introduced the Tiffany Aching character. When I first read this in high school I could relate to Tiffany Aching. She was smart, and intelligent, and was not afraid to go her own way.
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
reflective
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
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
This was the first Terry Pratchett book I ever read as a kid and I’m happy to report that I love it as much now as I did then. Would definitely recommend to anyone, but especially kids: it’s a hilarious raucous adventure centered around a little girl who fights dream creatures with a frying pan and good sense. What more could you want?
This book was a delight. Definitely worth finding the audio version!
This book was just too cute! It got a couple of good chuckles out of me early. The characters are colorful and oddly realistic. I wouldn't necessarily recommend this to an older teen, but younger and pre-teens would be more likely to enjoy this. Another book that was great for my camping trip!
Anyway, here's the short version of what happens:
Tiffany wants to be a witch when she grows up. She meets one who gives her a lesson and sends her on her way. Her brother is kidnapped by the Queen and the Wee Free Men (little blue Scots with red hair) help her to free him.
Anyway, here's the short version of what happens:
Tiffany wants to be a witch when she grows up. She meets one who gives her a lesson and sends her on her way. Her brother is kidnapped by the Queen and the Wee Free Men (little blue Scots with red hair) help her to free him.
Maybe 3.5, but it grew on me. I'm working hard to develop a taste for Terry Pratchett (unpopular opinion, I know, but I've never quite understood the worship he gets from so many in SF fandom). I like these best when they are being serious about place and enchantment and imagination, least for the throw-away silliness, though I confess that I did love the "wee free men" themselves.
This feels like it is the favorite Terry Pratchett book of Neil Gaiman
Cute story and I loved the kilt-clad little pictsies, but it was a bit hard to follow at times. I feel like there were some gaps in the writing that could have been filled a bit. Still, I enjoyed listening to this book in the car and will read more of Terry Pratchett's writing.
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
Re-read, best possible start of a year.