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Summary: Disappointing
Review: I was not enthused about this book- I found it's story line rather bare, the characters were never fleshed out and the story itself too disjointed and pointless. I read all of my children's books first for quality so I'm no stranger to children's books. I cannot figure out how this book won an award.
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Summary: Heart Warming
Review: This is a book you'll be carrying around with you dying to read it to anyone who'll lend an ear. The words flow perfectly, the characters are sooo lovable and lively. I only started reading this book to my wife at night and anytime I look over at her, her eyes are fixed on the book waiting for the next few words to spill off the page....it's funny to see a 30 year old women look like a 6 year old! This book will be a classic, thats a no-brainer. This is a writer thats truly in touch with her inner child. The first 70 pages is as far as we got so far...and I usually don't write a review until I'm finished but thats how good I believe this book will be. We have been laughing our buts off as the characters are just sooo comical. GET THIS!!! child or not!
Ive finally completed it...my thoughts remain unchanged!
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Summary: A book to be remembered!
Review: As a mom, and a teacher I have not read a more enchanting book in a long time! My children ages 5-10 are equally glued to every word, as are my 32 4th graders! The "Dear Reader" style instantly draws the listener in, and takes you on a magical ride.
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Summary: Outstanding, stylish, and romantic
Review: I just finished reading this one out loud to my daughter (5 years old) and it was a HUGE hit, even though I think it was really meant for older kids who can read it on their own. It is the story of a lonely little mouse, rejected by his family, who falls in love with the young Princess who rules the castles in which he lives. Here are some reasons we really liked the book: 1) DiCamillo is a true romantic; Despereaux the mouse loves Pea the Princess with a love that is overwhelming and courtly (like a medieval knight), a love that makes him want to be a better person. At the same time, the author is not afraid to toss in some real Adventure and even Peril - the mouse must brave the dungeon, its murderous clan of rats, and a sad but frightening orphan girl named Miggery Sow who means to kidnap the princess and take her place. Scary enough to be exciting but not scary enough for nightmares. 2) Although DiCamillo's writing style is highly sophisticated, she stops along the way to explain the unusual and interesting words she uses ("perfidy," for one), so the book is comprehensible even to kids too young to read it themselves. 3) The illustrations are charming and many, to keep younger listeners/readers entertained. The chapters are also short enough to make good bed-time stories by themselves. One caution though - although my 9-year-old son would have been able to tackle this on his own, the heavy romantic nature of the story (even though it's between a mouse and a girl) put him off. It's probably a much more appealing book to girls than boys. But even for some boys, the adventure will make it worth the while.
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Summary: Charming Book
Review: My children enjoyed having this book read to them. It was a great adventure & and we were all relieved that it had a happy ending. Most enjoyable.
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Summary: a nontradition fairy tale
Review: I loved this book because it did not follow the predictiable lines of a fairly tale. The book is so much more then a good adventure, we get to really understand the heart and soul of each character. It is very deep book full of symbolism, philosophy, wit and charm.
This book is very realistic, not becuase the mouse and the rat can talk to humans but because the reader can understand and empathize with every character. It isn't a happy ending where everyone gets what they want it is a realistic ending where every one has learned a valuable lesson and has grown becuase of it. This is a book that will stay on my bookcase forever; one that I will read over and over. Dear reader, buy this book, buy it now!
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Summary: Heartwrenching beautiful story
Review: Read this!! Really, that's all I want to say to everyone when I tell them about this book. Desperaux, the tiny mouse with the big ears, broke my heart with his love, determination and courage. The twists and turns of the book are magical, lyrical and wonderful to discover. Every character is wonderfully written. Dicamillo's addressing of the reader, makes them feel as part of the story. All I wanted to do was find a group of children and read them this story, in the hushed, secretive tones it conveys. I will be reading this book over and over, to myself, my students and eventually my children. Most definitely deserving of the Newberry Award, and a classic for all time!
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Summary: A book even an adult would love
Review: This was a wonderful read. Children will love the characters and the very happy ending. It is nice to read about a princess who is not only beautiful, but compassionate. Goodness is rewarded and evil doers have a chance to reform. This book recognizes that there is good in all of us.
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Summary: Well deserved Newbery winner!
Review: A wonderful tale that sparkles with charm and wit. Absolutely delightful.
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Summary: Good Adventure
Review: This is a book full of adventure and fun. This is a great book that you won't be able to put down! I got it for Christmas, and I have read it already. That is how addictive it is! This is a great book for everyone!
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