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A review by dylanhenning
The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
This is a simple and cute children’s story about the power of believing in something magical and pure and ultimately how a lot of people grow up and lose that sense of magic.
It’s a hard story to look back on now that I’m in my 30’s. I obviously don’t believe in Santa anymore and I still love the magic and the wonder that comes with the winter season but even that’s hard to do some days. I wonder if at some point I won’t be able to hear the bell anymore?
The art in this book is gorgeous and that alone makes it worth reading and soaking in the visuals.
It’s a hard story to look back on now that I’m in my 30’s. I obviously don’t believe in Santa anymore and I still love the magic and the wonder that comes with the winter season but even that’s hard to do some days. I wonder if at some point I won’t be able to hear the bell anymore?
The art in this book is gorgeous and that alone makes it worth reading and soaking in the visuals.