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3.61 AVERAGE
3.61 AVERAGE
adventurous
informative
tense
fast-paced
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This was probably one of my favorite “I Survived” stories, besides St. Helens and Glacier. I’m a sucker for volcano tales! This book had action from start to finish. Loved it!
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Since this is just my thoughts on a bed time read and not necessarily my "professional" review, it's going to be shorter and less eloquent.
This book is definitely an interesting kids read that I could see would possibly or hopefully generate interest in the history surrounding Pompeii, but the schemes in the book are so unbelievable, even my 5 year old was wondering why when Marcus dressed up to disguise himself did someone else recognize him and his own father didn't? Granted they had been parted for a few months but my son was said: "but you would know who I am, mummy, even if I wore a disguise."
The bright side is this is a good book in regard to setting the world up, the detail is nice for young readers and it gives a sense you're really there.
This book is definitely an interesting kids read that I could see would possibly or hopefully generate interest in the history surrounding Pompeii, but the schemes in the book are so unbelievable, even my 5 year old was wondering why when Marcus dressed up to disguise himself did someone else recognize him and his own father didn't? Granted they had been parted for a few months but my son was said: "but you would know who I am, mummy, even if I wore a disguise."
The bright side is this is a good book in regard to setting the world up, the detail is nice for young readers and it gives a sense you're really there.
As with all of the I Survived series, this one follows the experiences of a young adult. Marcus is a young slave in the household of a rich man in Pompeii. He and his father had been the slaves of a kind owner named Linus, who was a scientist in Rome. Linus respected Tata (Marcus's father) and took him along on his research trips. But when Linus died, his nephew Festus inherited everything, including the slaves. He sold Tata off and took Marcus back to Pompeii. One day as Marcus is running errands he sees a procession coming through town and his father is in it. It seems that their reunion will be very brief since the volcano above the city is shaking the earth and venting deadly gases into the area. Even though Tata tries to warn everyone, they will not listen to a slave. Marcus and Tata will have to escape from their owners and the city if they want to live.
Tarshis does an excellent job of describing this ancient culture for modern readers. The details of the clothing, social classes, and even the foods (honey-baked stuffed mice) are accurate depictions of the Roman Empire in 79 A.D. The way in which slaves were treated as property and disregarded is also true to life. After learning of the customs of the times, you begin to feel that some of those who died in the eruption deserved their fate. For readers who want to learn more, there are answers to some of their questions in the back of the books as well as suggestions for further reading and learning.
I read an e-book provided by the publisher through NetGalley.
Tarshis does an excellent job of describing this ancient culture for modern readers. The details of the clothing, social classes, and even the foods (honey-baked stuffed mice) are accurate depictions of the Roman Empire in 79 A.D. The way in which slaves were treated as property and disregarded is also true to life. After learning of the customs of the times, you begin to feel that some of those who died in the eruption deserved their fate. For readers who want to learn more, there are answers to some of their questions in the back of the books as well as suggestions for further reading and learning.
I read an e-book provided by the publisher through NetGalley.
informative
Not an orphan boy this time! (it's a recurring theme in these books). Pretty exciting, fast-paced, and who doesn't love a natural disaster? Recommend this to your reluctant readers.
Once again this series provides a great stories followed by the facts. I love it and it’s a fun way for kids to learn about historical events.
Read this with my daughter, these books are great for introducing children to historical events and catastrophes. The main characters, kids themselves, are resilient and, as the titles say, SURVIVE through life and death situations - good inspiration for young readers to find courage in themselves and learn some history.