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A review by musingofsouls
The Barren Grounds by David A. Robertson
4.0
I love it I love it I just love it! I have not read much middle-grade fantasy books but this one is definitely one of the bests out there.
Morgan has been living in foster homes from a young age and whenever she felt attached to the family, they left her out, but, the new foster parents she has been living with are trying to be good and trying to make her feel at home. But, Morgan does not wish to get attached to them either. School is not a better place for her either, she likes to be alone most of the time.
For Eli, it is the first foster home he is in, and he does not feel like talking or making friends with anyone. He only loves to draw.
One day, they find a secret room in the attic which leads to another world. A world where everything is frozen and only hunter of the place, Ochek (fisher), welcomes the kids and support them as well. But, when Arik (squirrel) gives them some information, the four are set on a mission full of adventure and action. The mission to save Misewa.
The storyline is beautiful and the emotions are touching. When the hearts of Eli and Morgan are described in the book, it can make one exceptionally emotional. The characters are constructed amazingly and they blend in well with the background.
Morgan is a very understanding girl but she does not like anyone interfering with her life choices. She cares for Eli as she knows what he would be going through being thrown out of his community and so she tries her best to help him any way possible. Eli too has a soft spot for Morgan who is the only one with whom he shares the things he wishes to. The relationship that grows slowly between them is great, it shows how much it takes for someone to trust another one.
Askî is a world full of animals walking on two legs. There are a lot of details about Misewa and Askî present in the book (a lot of detailings, lots of love!). The story first is in the human world and then there are further developments that lead to the other world. It is beautiful to see this slow pace, not boring at all!
I do not wish to compare this book to any others as this is beautiful in itself. Roberston has done a great job in setting up the beautiful world and I would definitely recommend this to ages 8 and up! Haul this book up! You will love it!!
Morgan has been living in foster homes from a young age and whenever she felt attached to the family, they left her out, but, the new foster parents she has been living with are trying to be good and trying to make her feel at home. But, Morgan does not wish to get attached to them either. School is not a better place for her either, she likes to be alone most of the time.
For Eli, it is the first foster home he is in, and he does not feel like talking or making friends with anyone. He only loves to draw.
One day, they find a secret room in the attic which leads to another world. A world where everything is frozen and only hunter of the place, Ochek (fisher), welcomes the kids and support them as well. But, when Arik (squirrel) gives them some information, the four are set on a mission full of adventure and action. The mission to save Misewa.
The storyline is beautiful and the emotions are touching. When the hearts of Eli and Morgan are described in the book, it can make one exceptionally emotional. The characters are constructed amazingly and they blend in well with the background.
Morgan is a very understanding girl but she does not like anyone interfering with her life choices. She cares for Eli as she knows what he would be going through being thrown out of his community and so she tries her best to help him any way possible. Eli too has a soft spot for Morgan who is the only one with whom he shares the things he wishes to. The relationship that grows slowly between them is great, it shows how much it takes for someone to trust another one.
Askî is a world full of animals walking on two legs. There are a lot of details about Misewa and Askî present in the book (a lot of detailings, lots of love!). The story first is in the human world and then there are further developments that lead to the other world. It is beautiful to see this slow pace, not boring at all!
I do not wish to compare this book to any others as this is beautiful in itself. Roberston has done a great job in setting up the beautiful world and I would definitely recommend this to ages 8 and up! Haul this book up! You will love it!!