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donalynbooks's review against another edition
2.0
I think this book tried too hard. I thought it was weird and obscure. The characters were too outrageous and I cannot imagine children enjoying the story.
thereadingcountess's review against another edition
2.0
Odd, slow and pedantic; this book was finished only because I had nothing else to do than read it while waiting for my car to be fixed. At first, I envisioned it to be like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with its whimsical nature. Sadly, it fell far, far, short.
dinamurray73's review against another edition
2.0
I really did not like this book. It was one of those that I thought I should like, but I just couldn't. I did like the illustrations, but felt the book was just a tad too "out there". I couldn't picture any kid at my library who I would recommend this too.
rags1709's review against another edition
5.0
A book filled with imagination. A great read for those who crave abnormality and a pint of craziness. I really liked this book. I was reading it for my younger sister as a bed time story, and we both enjoyed it thoroughly. The vocabulary is well chosen, and the way it was portrayed throughout the book was classic.
amysdenn's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
literarystrawberry's review against another edition
3.0
I'm getting a very strong Roald Dahl vibe here.
I couldn't help thinking of The Phantom Tollbooth, too (ordinary, somewhat bored boy goes on an adventure, meets all sorts of strange and ridiculous characters on his way, and returns a much more interesting person. Also the conversations).
Very quick read, but fun. Felt nostalgic in a way.
I couldn't help thinking of The Phantom Tollbooth, too (ordinary, somewhat bored boy goes on an adventure, meets all sorts of strange and ridiculous characters on his way, and returns a much more interesting person. Also the conversations).
Very quick read, but fun. Felt nostalgic in a way.
kmc3050's review against another edition
4.0
Cute and quirky. The dialogue and writing style have a vintage feel similar to the oddest Ellen Raskin books.
liagatha's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
kaypat23's review against another edition
5.0
I bought a vintage copy of this book from Carousell and it blew my mind how beautifully illustrated it was. The story subtly touches on love, peace, healing after war, the importance of letting young children explore their dreams instead of belittling them and the love between found family, neighbours and new friends. I re-read this even as an adult and I still loved every bit of it. The hand drawn images are lovely, the story is captivating and charming. Any child who loves whimsy, exploration, adventures with eccentric characters and of course, the moon will be enthralled by this gem of a book.