A review by batmayne_reads
The Magic Finger by Roald Dahl

adventurous dark funny reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

One of dahls more harmless books, its about a girl with a "magic finger", an ability to change ppl into animals. She has no contol and it is powered by her anger. This book deals with either anti gun or hunting, but sends a mixed message on hunting for sport vs survival. I believe the family learns a lesson, wether its to stop hunting for fun or in general. The girl doesn't learn anything. It does have good lessons
page 47 the ducks say the humans killed their children, which is a little dark for how light the rest of the book is, on last page girl threatens another family with "magic finger" after hearing them hunting
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