This was a lovely book which could be read by adults and children alike. It tells the story of 10 year-old August Pullman's first year at school, he had been home schooled due to the fact that he was born with a facial disfigurement.
This book made us think about what it would be like to be physically disabled or disfigured, having to deal with people staring and talking about you all the time. It also deals with bullying which thought was good, but some of the characters were a bit unrealistic.
We liked August's sister and her boyfriend and liked when the narrator changed to give a slightly different viewpoint.
The ending was lovely, very inspiring. Altogether an easy, enjoyable read.
Concept: 8/10
Plot: 6/10
Ending: 6/10
Add a twist? Not really applicable, it wasn't a twisty kind of story
Page Turner: No (although this wasn't a bad thing, it was a gentle story instead of gripping)
Who to slap? Julian's Mum
Where's the cheese? The convenient ending
Would we recommend? 10/10
Better as a ... Disney TV film
Total: 7.5/10
Susie will be choosing the book after next. From now on we will take turns in choosing a book to make sure every one gets a go.
Jen is hosting in January.
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