Were I to tell you that this book is very disturbing, would be to understate its strangeness. And yet, I couldn't turn the pages quick enough!The first person recitation, in Gothic prose, is a neurotic’s dream. Haunting in that the reader is immediately attached to the characters, and is sucked inside their bizarre ‘castle’ and lives.
This is one weird little book. A brilliant five star novel.
I thought this book was whimsical (I hate this word but it fits so stunningly in this case), but after having been blown away by The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, I was very disappointed in this second go around with Kate DiCamillo.This book was layered with too much darkness, and just a tad bit of pacifist sentiment for my taste. Though the different threads in the story were tied up nicely at the end, it was all too humdrum.
generous at three stars
The book’s only redemption was Yoko Tanaka’s muted and magical illustrations.
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I have learned to fill my library based on your reviews! I too am in the midst of the "castle" and when I get a generous moment away from litigation, ballet class, laundry, dishes and animals I immerse myself in her village of creepiness! LOVING IT SO FAR! A bit disappointed with your review of Kate's book- but im going to give a go 'round anyhow!
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