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3.9 AVERAGE
3.9 AVERAGE
hopeful
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
This was basically just a good fun story about wishing, but being careful what you wish for.
I loved this book and the TV show when I was wee and it was just as good as I remembered.
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I first read this book in my school library many, many years ago when I was about 9 or 10. I loved it then - I’m sure I borrowed it more than once. As an adult I sourced a copy some years ago but never got around to rereading it until now. I’m so glad I did! This story is still fabulous and I enjoyed it very much. Dick King-Smith is a brilliant storyteller.
I used to watch the tv series of this and thought why not read the book, as I child I always enjoyed dick king smith stories too. Really enjoyed the audiobook.
A super fun read as a kid, I loved the magical element to the book, and would recommend it to any young readers.
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I saw the television adaption as a child but didn't read the book itself until I was an adult, as a result of being unable to sleep and having nothing else to hand! I'm glad I did read it though because it's far superior to the TV show based on it.
The story does have quite a strong moral tone - 'be careful what you wish for' - but it's not heavy handed, more uplifting.
The story does have quite a strong moral tone - 'be careful what you wish for' - but it's not heavy handed, more uplifting.