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adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The Last Bear is a book full of a strong little girl's adventures, her love for the outdoors and most importantly her love for animals. Environmentalism is wrapped up into the story, showing us that we need to be better stewards to the planet and that our actions affect each generation.
Content Warnings
Minor: Grief, Death of parent, Alcohol
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Grief, Death of parent
Minor: Car accident, Injury/Injury detail
adventurous
emotional
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Wow. What a brilliant read. So poignant and on the nose it hurt. And I'm not even talking about the bear. A really realistic look at family and what happens when someone is living, but "isn't there". April's journey and her need for love got me right in the heart. She also annoyed me to no end, because HOW MUCH DANGER CAN ONE GIRL PUT HERSELF IN???
Gold is a fantastic and lyrical writer, but her style in no way detracted from the pace of the story. In fact, a lot of her beautiful imagery drived April's motivation forward. She's been added to my "must-buy" authors.
Gold is a fantastic and lyrical writer, but her style in no way detracted from the pace of the story. In fact, a lot of her beautiful imagery drived April's motivation forward. She's been added to my "must-buy" authors.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Abandonment
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal death, Grief, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
i loved the connection between bear and april, but some of the conversations were honestly poorly written.
although april is a sweet girl, the "not like other girls" mentality is definitely shining through a few times.
nevertheless, i really enjoyed the setting and the story, and it was very easy to read.
the author very obviously wants to inspire the readers to do their own part to help fight against climate change. the way this is executed does leave a lot to be desired when it comes to the conversation about the climate crisis, but it's definitely suitable for children, and it is a children's book after all, so i won't judge it too harshly on that.
although april is a sweet girl, the "not like other girls" mentality is definitely shining through a few times.
nevertheless, i really enjoyed the setting and the story, and it was very easy to read.
the author very obviously wants to inspire the readers to do their own part to help fight against climate change. the way this is executed does leave a lot to be desired when it comes to the conversation about the climate crisis, but it's definitely suitable for children, and it is a children's book after all, so i won't judge it too harshly on that.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Grief, Death of parent
Minor: Animal death, Bullying, Car accident, Alcohol
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Medical content, Grief
Minor: Car accident, Death of parent
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief, Death of parent
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
I felt seen by the character of April because at her age my mom was a single mom and worked a lot, my father wasn't around and I was an only child. I love nature especially the animals and still am trying to save it. I know real polar bears are dangerous, but like April I would not be afraid, yet would be respectful and admire the bear.
This book, although is a middle grade, is a beautiful book about love for the environment and wanting to save it, wanting to save animals that are on the brink of extinction, and changing the minds of others to help protect this world. The relationship between April and Bear makes my heart swell with love and sadness, this is the relationship we should have with every living creature.
There is more to this story, but I don't want to spoil it, I want you to read this heartwarming book and remember what it was like to be that young and full of curiosity, just suspend your disbelief for the moment and enjoy.
This book, although is a middle grade, is a beautiful book about love for the environment and wanting to save it, wanting to save animals that are on the brink of extinction, and changing the minds of others to help protect this world. The relationship between April and Bear makes my heart swell with love and sadness, this is the relationship we should have with every living creature.
There is more to this story, but I don't want to spoil it, I want you to read this heartwarming book and remember what it was like to be that young and full of curiosity, just suspend your disbelief for the moment and enjoy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Death of parent, Abandonment
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
An absolutely stunning and beautiful story! I read it in less than two days because I was so engrossed and captivated. The illustrations are gorgeous as well. April is one courageous 11 yr old and Bear melter my heart. It really does make you want to save the polar bears and make you very angry at human behaviour! We must do better!
Content Warnings
Minor: Grief, Car accident, Death of parent
Global Warming/Climate Change