A review by readwithharry
Good Night, Mr. Tom by Michelle Magorian

challenging dark emotional hopeful sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This is a book that I SOBBED over for days. 

One of my favourites, Goodnight, Mr Tom is *so* poignant and emotional, and deals with some very heavy themes. Actually, I was a little surprised to learn that it was written & published (and still remains) a book for children. I’ve read adult fiction that was less traumatic. 

But, that is what makes this book GOLDEN. It addresses the impact of WWII on children in a way that is easy to understand and engage with, but is still sophisticated enough to make my list of favourite literary fiction. 

I have NEVER forgotten this story, partly because Michelle Magorian creates a world that is so real you can almost touch it. 

Utter, beautiful, heartbreaking perfection. 
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