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A review by vickylovesreading
The Silver Arrow by Lev Grossman
4.0
The Silver Arrow was a fantastical tale of adventure, magic and mystery. Kate and Tom live very normal, very dull lives, until Kate writes a letter to her mysterious Uncle Herbert asking for a birthday present. Soon, he turns up with a real life size train in their backyard and the magic begins. The train comes alive and soon Kate and Tom find themselves off on a journey like no other!
I loved the inclusion of animals with tickets at each station and it’s a concept that I can imagine many children getting behind. The story sped along, easy to follow and easy to read. I enjoyed the environmental message that was pushed throughout the plot, including the learning about endangered species and their habitats. It didn’t feel forced either which was good. Both Kate and Tom were likeable, as was their gang of animal sidekicks. I think perhaps it would be interesting to have more character development of the two.
I hope to read more about them and their adventures – I will follow The Silver Arrow on it’s travels!
I loved the inclusion of animals with tickets at each station and it’s a concept that I can imagine many children getting behind. The story sped along, easy to follow and easy to read. I enjoyed the environmental message that was pushed throughout the plot, including the learning about endangered species and their habitats. It didn’t feel forced either which was good. Both Kate and Tom were likeable, as was their gang of animal sidekicks. I think perhaps it would be interesting to have more character development of the two.
I hope to read more about them and their adventures – I will follow The Silver Arrow on it’s travels!