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themily394 's review for:
Circus Mirandus
by Cassie Beasley
Another book on the William Allen White award nominee list. Another that I would have never read if not for that. And another that I am so grateful was on the list because I loved it.
This book has such a magical, mysterious feeling to it that I love. It starts off so simple and I wasn't quite sure about it at first, but then it slowly starts to give you hints and answers about what's to happen. I love the way we slowly get answers, but every time we get an answer we're left with more questions! I need to stop being surprised by MG books because they can be so much deeper than I am prepared for.
The story is definitely very character driven. Of course there's the magic and the theme of faith and hope, but it's focus is on on Micah, Jenny, and the Lightbender. I read a few reviews that not everyone liked Micah, but I think he's just a kid who's had a different upbringing and has dealt with more death than necessary at his age. And then Jenny! I love that she gained faith through the story and that it was a process for her - she didn't just instantly believe Micah.
And I loved the way the story ended. It was 100% not what I expected, but way better than what I could have guessed.
I'd definitely recommend this read, but only if you've enjoyed middle grade books before and enjoy stories that focus more on the characters rather than a fast pace plot.
This book has such a magical, mysterious feeling to it that I love. It starts off so simple and I wasn't quite sure about it at first, but then it slowly starts to give you hints and answers about what's to happen. I love the way we slowly get answers, but every time we get an answer we're left with more questions! I need to stop being surprised by MG books because they can be so much deeper than I am prepared for.
The story is definitely very character driven. Of course there's the magic and the theme of faith and hope, but it's focus is on on Micah, Jenny, and the Lightbender. I read a few reviews that not everyone liked Micah, but I think he's just a kid who's had a different upbringing and has dealt with more death than necessary at his age. And then Jenny! I love that she gained faith through the story and that it was a process for her - she didn't just instantly believe Micah.
And I loved the way the story ended. It was 100% not what I expected, but way better than what I could have guessed.
I'd definitely recommend this read, but only if you've enjoyed middle grade books before and enjoy stories that focus more on the characters rather than a fast pace plot.