snorpy's review
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-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? It's complicated
4.5
ipushbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
lispylibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
Oommgggggg my heart is so full of joy-kabooms after finishing HUMMINGBIRD by @natalielloydbooks! I La-la-la-LOVED Olive and her story of starting a new school and making friends while searching for the legendary Hummingbird! ❤️
Olive has osteogenesis imperfecta-meaning that her bones are brittle and more prone to breakage and fractures, so the story starts with her being homeschooled, and her biggest wish in her heart is to attend the town’s middle school and make a BFF. Miraculously, her parents agree to let her attend and school is where she learns about the legend of the Hummingbird, a magical bird that grants whoever finds it a wish. School is also where she auditions to play Emily Dickinson in the school play! Olive and the friends she makes go on a quest to learn about and find the hummingbird and try to get their heart wishes to come true. ❤️
Y’all, this was one of the sweetest and fun stories full of bravery, hope, and friendship that I have EVER read! I can’t wait to share it with my students and teachers! RUN and pick up HUMMINGBIRD!!
Olive has osteogenesis imperfecta-meaning that her bones are brittle and more prone to breakage and fractures, so the story starts with her being homeschooled, and her biggest wish in her heart is to attend the town’s middle school and make a BFF. Miraculously, her parents agree to let her attend and school is where she learns about the legend of the Hummingbird, a magical bird that grants whoever finds it a wish. School is also where she auditions to play Emily Dickinson in the school play! Olive and the friends she makes go on a quest to learn about and find the hummingbird and try to get their heart wishes to come true. ❤️
Y’all, this was one of the sweetest and fun stories full of bravery, hope, and friendship that I have EVER read! I can’t wait to share it with my students and teachers! RUN and pick up HUMMINGBIRD!!
bossladdo's review
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
courtneyward's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-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? Yes
4.5
lmstraubie's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
spring_lilac's review
3.5
A powerful novel about a girl who was determined not to give up on her dreams...with a little magical fantasy twist.
carstensena's review
5.0
I read this as a committee member of the 2023 Schneider Family Book Award -- this is an honor book for middle grade readers!
wombat_88's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0