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by Beverly D. (Palm Harbor, FL) faith and family
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. A story of unwavering faith and a protective imagination that threatens to upend a father- daughter relationship,McCleen is able, through her crisp writing to let us see how a 10 yr. old understands the world. Judith is a completely believable character, as is her father. The bullying aspects of the story seem all too real as well. I would recommend this book to advanced juvenile, young adult and adult readers and would suggest it as a good title for book clubs.
Rated of 5
by Doris K. (Angora, MN) The Land of Decoration
This book is written from the perspective of a ten year old. I found that interesting. The fact that she lives with her father, has problems with a bully at school yet holds onto her belief that she can change her life makes this a good story for older teen and young adult readers. I enjoyed the descriptions of the colorful characters as told by this young girl. This book makes the reader realize how serious young children are about life and the role they play in what happens to the people they love.
Rated of 5
by Rita Q. (Pittsfield, MA) The Land of Decoration by Grace McCleen
A very compelling story of a young girl and her tenacity to keep her faith while hanging on to love...especially for her father. She has a difficult life and her faith is constantly put to the test. It grabbed me very early on and I very much liked the short chapters. I don't consider myself a fast reader but finished this in a weekend. I would highly recommend this for anyone but in particular middle school teachers due to the reference of bullying and how it was handled here. Great debut novel....I shall look forward to the next one.
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