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A review by seraphjewel
Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls
3.0
This is one of those classic books that I've never had the chance to read, so of course I finally sat down to check it out. And before I go into the review, I first want to point out that I am not even close to the target audience for this book. I'm female, grew up in the suburbs and never owned a dog. I'm not suggesting that women can't enjoy this book, but I think it may not resonate with them as much as with men and young boys.
Despite not being the target audience, I did enjoy the book. It's easy to get caught up in the narrator's life and his struggles. Following him in his triumphs and tragedies. The strength of the novel lies in the bond formed between Billy and his two dogs, and that sort of bond can be felt no matter one's experiences.
The only problem I have with this book is its ending. Old Dan's death had the purpose of demonstrating the strong bond between boy and dog, and the love they shared. But Little Ann's death just seemed like overkill. There didn't seem much point to it other than to lay on the tragedy even thicker.
Still, it was a good read and I can see how it became a classic.
Despite not being the target audience, I did enjoy the book. It's easy to get caught up in the narrator's life and his struggles. Following him in his triumphs and tragedies. The strength of the novel lies in the bond formed between Billy and his two dogs, and that sort of bond can be felt no matter one's experiences.
The only problem I have with this book is its ending. Old Dan's death had the purpose of demonstrating the strong bond between boy and dog, and the love they shared. But Little Ann's death just seemed like overkill. There didn't seem much point to it other than to lay on the tragedy even thicker.
Still, it was a good read and I can see how it became a classic.