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3.84 AVERAGE
3.84 AVERAGE
Tengo sentimientos encontrados con este libro. La historia está hecha para ser bonita y emotiva y para encariñarte con los personajes. Todo eso lo veo. Pero no lo siento. Veo lo bonito de la historia, pero emocionalmente, no me ha llegado casi nada. Sobre todo tratándose de un tema que me toca tan de cerca, y con lo sensible que soy, siento que debería haber llorado mares, pero desafortunadamente, no lo ha hecho. 5/10
funny
sad
medium-paced
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Was expecting a story about gender (I’ve since seen this book in LGBT+ sections, possible since the bookshop staff made the same mistake), and yeah I was disappointed.
The writing is kind of more basic than I remember Holes having, and it definitely came across as a book for kids. It was decidedly not made for me.
Generally I found the characters unlikable, which was so disappointing.
Ah well. Not a book for me and I can live with that!
The writing is kind of more basic than I remember Holes having, and it definitely came across as a book for kids. It was decidedly not made for me.
Generally I found the characters unlikable, which was so disappointing.
Ah well. Not a book for me and I can live with that!
I downloaded this book without any idea of what it was about. I wasn't even sure of the genre. We can only assume it was in the sales or something, some offer or whatever!
I wanted a short book to get my count up and the name intrigued me, so I dipped in a little earlier in the day (yesterday, as it's now almost 2am), and read bits at work. Seeing as it IS, in fact, a kid's book, it was quick to get through when I managed to pick it up.
Despite being a kids book, it does actually centre around serious themes that take part in the lives of children. Different taboos, relationships, gender differences (minutely, very basic), honesty and trust. There's a lot of development in the characters of the children and there's a good balance in the attitudes of adults and children. None of them are really 100% good or bad, although Carla does come close to good and his teacher is most certainly close to being very, very bad.
Some actions and attitudes change very quickly and seemingly out of nowhere, but I suppose this can be partly excused due to the nature of children. One minute they're best friends, then they're not and so on. But the core aspect of the story is, I think, respect. Self respect and respect for others. It probably does work out a little more perfectly and easily than in real life, but this is a children's book and as an influential/educational tool, could really teach children a lot. And adults who have to deal with behavioural problems.
A really charming, surprising and touching quick read. I genuinely feel I've come away with a better outlook and maybe even understanding. It gives you a few things to think about.
I wanted a short book to get my count up and the name intrigued me, so I dipped in a little earlier in the day (yesterday, as it's now almost 2am), and read bits at work. Seeing as it IS, in fact, a kid's book, it was quick to get through when I managed to pick it up.
Despite being a kids book, it does actually centre around serious themes that take part in the lives of children. Different taboos, relationships, gender differences (minutely, very basic), honesty and trust. There's a lot of development in the characters of the children and there's a good balance in the attitudes of adults and children. None of them are really 100% good or bad, although Carla does come close to good and his teacher is most certainly close to being very, very bad.
Some actions and attitudes change very quickly and seemingly out of nowhere, but I suppose this can be partly excused due to the nature of children. One minute they're best friends, then they're not and so on. But the core aspect of the story is, I think, respect. Self respect and respect for others. It probably does work out a little more perfectly and easily than in real life, but this is a children's book and as an influential/educational tool, could really teach children a lot. And adults who have to deal with behavioural problems.
A really charming, surprising and touching quick read. I genuinely feel I've come away with a better outlook and maybe even understanding. It gives you a few things to think about.
2.5
lo lei para el colegio, pero si fuera por mi no lo agarro ni a palo
lo lei para el colegio, pero si fuera por mi no lo agarro ni a palo
Hands down, my favorite book I was read aloud to by a teacher. Now, a teacher myself, this book is the kids' favorite every year. Half the class ends up crying near the end! I love books that can bring emotion to such a young audience!
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book is not my all time favourite but it did everything right to fulfil its intentions and was brilliant.
I love this book and i read it every year since i was in third grade. But this book cover really scares me.
The Boo's review (7). This book is so amazing, you just have to read it. It's good enough to buy and not just borrow from the library. I would put this book on my favorite's list. The boy Bradley Chalkers isn't too nice at the beginning. He changes because he learns how to be a friend from the school counselor. The counselor believed in him and helped him see that he could believe in himself.
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No