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chelsearaak's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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
4.5
sarahthornton's review against another edition
4.0
I often wonder how good books are without nostalgia, but these hold up substantially.
flighthowl71's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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
4.5
novelesque_life's review against another edition
5.0
Want to do a reread so will review at that time.
jcpdiesel21's review against another edition
4.0
I found so many of Ramona's thoughts in this book to be very relatable: being irritated at an apt comparison to Willa Jean when she is acting out, squeezing all of the toothpaste out of a fresh tube (from the middle!) as an outlet for anger, wanting to keep a cozy new pair of pajamas on underneath regular clothes like a fireman. Ramona's jealousy over Beezus and her mother bonding really hit home for me as a fellow younger sister. We all look back on our childhoods so fondly, but it's easy to forget how difficult and frustrating it can be as a kid lacking the full knowledge of the world that is gained through time.
meixymei's review
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
3.0
pandacat42's review
4.0
Ramona reminds me so much of my son. She definitely is a character. I enjoyed this book. This family reminds me of my own growing up a little too. I definitely felt nostalgic while reading this book. Those days of sibling rivalry and wanting your parents to pay attention to you.
Everything about this book is human. The way everyone has their own insecurities and flaws. The author doesn't paint Ramona's family as perfect. She illustrates the family through the eyes of Ramona. The story feels genuine because of that fact.
I loved how she wore her pajamas to school. I love how she didn't want anyone to find out. She takes herself so seriously, because she doesn't want anyone to laugh at her like she is a baby. Totally like me when I was younger.
Everything about this book is human. The way everyone has their own insecurities and flaws. The author doesn't paint Ramona's family as perfect. She illustrates the family through the eyes of Ramona. The story feels genuine because of that fact.
I loved how she wore her pajamas to school. I love how she didn't want anyone to find out. She takes herself so seriously, because she doesn't want anyone to laugh at her like she is a baby. Totally like me when I was younger.