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Summary: Shiloh Season a review by Megan
Review: Have you ever had a man accuse you of stealing his dog or having him try to kill you? Well in the book Shiloh Season by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, a boy named Marty has this problem. He worked for Judd Travers` for two whole weeks and kept secrets just to keep his beat up dog named Shiloh. Judd says Marty did not even earn that dog and it still belongs to himself. So Judd starts to drink more and more beer. Then all of the sudden one night he got so drunk he got in an accident. One night Marty and Shiloh were taking a jog down to Dr. Murphy's and he was not home, but Judd was around. They took a rest on a log and right in the middle of Marty and Shiloh a bullet comes flying. Judd! That is all that came to Marty's mind. Was it Marty or Shiloh he was trying to kill? Well if you want to know read this book! It's a great adventure story. I think you'll love it!
I like this book a lot, but I did not like it when Judd killed animals and tried to shoot at people.
I think the book was pretty neat though. When Marty had his mind full of secrets it made me think about what he might do with them. He might tell someone or he might not tell anyone. Then I was thinking of what might happen if he spilled out a secret. What might that lead to? This book kept me in a lot of suspense throughout the whole time I read it. The book has many cliffhangers in it so it makes me want to keep reading. I really enjoyed the book, but that Judd Travers made the book have some horrible scenes that were hard to understand and was uncomfortable to read. That's how I feel about this book.
The main character in the book I read is Marty. Everything is based on him and his life. He is a 10 year old boy who lives in Friendly, West Virginia. Marty has blond hair and two bratty sisters. Their names are Dara Lynn and Becky. He also has a friend named David. They go to school together and are in the same class. Marty has many traits throughout the book. One is he is a very curious boy who always needs to know things. He is also a very courageous kid. He is always spying on Judd, making sure he doesn't do bad things. Marty is a very caring kid. When his dad thought Judd was hunting in their woods, Marty was worried about Dara Lynn and Becky, but most of all Shiloh. Marty has many strengths. One is he is very good in school. His teacher feels that he wrote a great report but he must use his "family" language at home and good grammar in school. He also is a very good spy. He goes to Judd's house with his friend David. They were being very underhanded. Marty also has weaknesses. He just barely leaves Shiloh to get on the school bus. Rarely does Marty ever go to friends house for a long time. Those are some of his strengths and weaknesses.
I think Marty does all the right things! I think Marty loves Shiloh so much that whenever he is not with him he anticipates being with him. To me Marty resents Judd Travers. Everything in Marty's life seems to be very bewildering. During the book everything seems to change my mind. One minute I like the book, the next minute I do not like the book. Marty, a young 10 year old, seems to do quite a lot for his age. He is a very brave young boy to me. I like this book a lot because it makes you feel like you go right inside and the book comes alive. This was a spectacular book! I hope you will read it.
I thought this book was wonderful because it made me think about how hard life could be and that I do have a good life so I should be proud.
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Summary: A heart-warming and wonderful read!
Review: In the sequel to Shiloh, Shiloh Season, the award-winning author, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, once again beautifully portrays the rural life of West Virginia and the love a young boy, Marty, has for an abused dog named Shiloh. In this sequel, Marty is faced with the conflict of losing Shiloh to the dog's original owner Judd Travers. Judd is known throughout the small community of Friendly, West Virgina for not only being a drunk but also for abusing his dogs. I would recommend reading the first Shiloh before reading Shiloh Season. However, Naylor gives background information in chapter 1 to refresh the reader's memory from what happened in the first of the 3 novels. Therefore, if you choose not to read the first Shiloh then you will not be totally lost when picking up with Shiloh Season. Marty worked for Judd in the first Shiloh in order to earn the right to own the abused beagle Shiloh as his very own. However, in Shiloh Season, Judd continuously taunts Marty in wanting Shiloh back as his dog again. What could possibly make this situation worse? Judd is drinking heavier now than ever before and backing up his threats of taking Shiloh with gunshots at Marty! Marty learns many important lessons throughout the course of the story. He not only learns the different responsibilities that accompanies raising a dog but he also learns that truth and honesty are always the best policy even if it means losing something that you love. Marty also learns that forgiving someone is sometimes very hard but a very crucial lesson when growing up. As a teacher, I would definitely recommend this book for 10 year old students and older to read independently or for teachers and parents to read aloud to their children of the same age level. I can't wait to read Naylor's Saving Shiloh which is the third book of the Shiloh trilogy. I also hope to see future books about Shiloh to continue the series.
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Summary: This is a good book.
Review: It all first started when Shiloh was being abused by his owner Judd Travers. So Marty tried to take him away but after an attack from a German Shepherd, Shiloh was hidden no more. His parents found out ing and worse Judd Travers Shiloh Season was a book about a boy named Marty and a dog named Shioh,and a man that Marty despises named Judd Travers. In this book Marty feels like he did not get Shioloh fair and square. He thinks that the only reason that he got Shiloh was because he saw Judd do something that he was not allowed to do. Because of this Marty keeps on getting the feeling that Judd wants Shiloh back. But Marty loves Shiloh and doesn't want to give him up. There is a lot of conflict going around with Judd and Marty. Since Marty had taken away Shiloh from Judd he has been drinking and drinking ever since. Marty is worried that since he drinks and is violent he might come after Marty or even worse come after Shiloh and kill him. Marty fears for his life. He has to look over his shoulder every second of his life.
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Summary: A rewiew of shiloh season
Review: my 3 grade teacher read it to her class and we were all intransed i (who couldnt read yet) wanted more and more so we read it again over and over
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Summary: Top Caliber Sequel..............
Review: Once again Phyllis Reynolds Naylor has delivered a fantastic family story. Her writing style makes you feel as if you are part of the story. The story is full of family values. As a native West Virginian I love to hear mention of the West Virginia towns of Clarksburg, Wheeling, Sistersville, Middlebourne, St. Mary's, and of course Friendly. This sequel to Shiloh finds Marty adjusting to his life with the beloved beagle he saved from an abusive owner. Marty is concerned that the owner may still try to take Shiloh away or worse try to shoot him. Marty struggles with his conscience in dealing with Judd Traverse. At times he can't stand him and; yet, he also can't help but feel that Judd is the way he is because he does not know any other way to act, that know one has ever showed him love and respect. Marty is determined to show Judd that all people are not bad. The story did to seem to end abruptly. We are excited about reading the next book in the trilogy.
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Summary: Top Caliber Sequel..............
Review: Once again Phyllis Reynolds Naylor has delivered a fantastic family story. Her writing style makes you feel as if you are part of the story. The story is full of family values. As a native West Virginian I love to hear mention of the West Virginia towns of Clarksburg, Wheeling, Sistersville, Middlebourne, St. Mary's, and of course Friendly. This sequel to Shiloh finds Marty adjusting to his life with the beloved beagle he saved from an abusive owner. Marty is concerned that the owner may still try to take Shiloh away or worse try to shoot him. Marty struggles with his conscience in dealing with Judd Traverse. At times he can't stand him and; yet, he also can't help but feel that Judd is the way he is because he does not know any other way to act, that know one has ever showed him love and respect. Marty is determined to show Judd that all people are not bad. The story did to seem to end abruptly. We are excited about reading the next book in the trilogy.
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Summary: Shiloh Season is wonderful!
Review: Shiloh Season was about a boy named Marty and a dog named Shiloh.They had an adventure that Marty would never forget. The setting was in a town just like any other town and the characters were realistic because Marty was like any other kid and Shiloh was like a normal dog. The main character was a very likable person because he was nice. I liked this story because it was exciting. Shiloh was like a real dog. My favorite part was when Judd Travers wrecked because he was always mean. One thing I learned from this book is that you can't make some people happy. I would recommend this book to a friend because it's realistic and heartwarming.If you like this book you will like Shiloh.
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Summary: Shiloh Season
Review: This book is about a dog named Shiloh and his owner Marty. I think this is a great book for people who like animals and those who don't. This book shows friendship and caring. I liked it because Marty stands up for himself and Shiloh.
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Summary: BEST BOOK EVER!!!
Review: We've enjoyed the video stories of Shiloh and Marty and passed these videos on to our grandchildren, so purchasing a set of "Shiloh Season" audio cassettes proved to be a real treat to listen to when we recently drove three hours to visit the kidlets. Michael Moriarty is a favorite actor of ours. His family man roles are especially delightful. His 6'-4" frame and expressive voice and mannerisms combine to give him a "big hero" success with such roles. So-o-o-o listening to Michael Moriarty's wonderful narration of this unabridged, two audio cassettes story telling as Marty in the first person is just wonderfully captivating. This audio book would be hold the attention of children ages 10 years and up, and grandparents will love it too. It's excellent as a stand-alone story experience without seeing the videos first; however those could provide an added treat to visualize the "action" better. This set would make a nice gift too! Hope you enjoy the experience of "Shiloh Season" as narrated by Michael Moriarty. We truly did!
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