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zeliux's review against another edition
3.0
The book provides a sincere and passionate glimpse into the life of a teenager who seeks refuge in nature. The author shares his experiences, observations, and reflections as he explores the natural surroundings of Northern Ireland. His connection with nature is evident and contagious, and his writing evokes a deep appreciation for the natural world. However, the sometimes fragmented structure and writing style can hinder the reading flow. While it is a valuable personal account that emphasizes the importance of conservation and a connection with nature, some readers may find that the narrative lacks a clear overarching theme.
joni_szentpali's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
2.75
marissab's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
5.0
megs_omals's review against another edition
5.0
This is one of the most beautiful books I have ever read. If only our leaders could feel the magic of the natural world as deeply as Dara...
Everyone needs to read this book! It made laugh, cry and feel all of the feels. Just stunning.
Everyone needs to read this book! It made laugh, cry and feel all of the feels. Just stunning.
jmhh's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
4.75
hollylou9's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
3.0
I read this in the hopes of learning more about irish wildlife but ultimately it's not really the genre for me. It was well written and interesting to read it through an autistic perspective.
poemsandponds's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
slow-paced
4.25
This book had beautiful nature descriptions and lush, eloquent prose. Dara is an old soul keenly attuned to the natural world. He cares for it with a passion. It was also a meditation on coming of age and accepting the way one's brain processes the world. The entires give a view into Dara's mind and some of the struggles and strengths of being autistic. As someone with an autistic younger brother, I appreciated the opportunity to understand another autistic person's thoughts and experiences. I felt like it connected me to my brother just a little bit more. I loved Dara's family and their relationship. They are a sweet, quirky bunch who love each other fiercely and create their own little safety net in a harsh world. Their love for each other is the backbone of this story. Overall, a reflective and relaxing (most times, except for the parts on bullying and mental health struggles. I got a deeper knowledge and appreciation for the ecology of Northern Ireland.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Bullying, and Mental illness
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
endemictoearth's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
5.0