A review by alexander594
Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

adventurous emotional funny lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Really enjoyed this. Got worried early on because I thought I wouldn't really be wrapped up within the story, with the early chapters just setting stuff up and not being especially entertaining. But, as time went by, and I kept reading, I found myself liking it more and more, especially the relationship between Leslie and Jesse. I also enjoyed the smaller aspects like the character of Miss Edmunds, she reminded me a lot of teachers I had at a younger age, and the way the book captures a childlike crush is so, so realistic. It's very cute throughout up until the turning point, which I won't spoil. 

There were a few tears! 

But really, I must commend Katherine Paterson for doing such a great job of capturing grief, especially in someone young.