meghantrainer's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
theintrovertedintrovert's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
baxgirl's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
nancyemcc66's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book, the author is a master of beautiful language and story telling, which to me is a rare combination.
shereadstales's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
riverlasol's review against another edition
5.0
5/5 Stars!!
As a young adult who enjoys reading middle grade books, I sometimes find myself reading a novel that feels a bit too young or even a bit too old, but I think that this novel is a great example of how middle grade books can be enjoyed by everyone while staying true to the age group. This book is filled to the brim with love and magic. I think as a young reader, I myself would have loved this just as much if not more than I love it now. I was also quite a huge fan of the secret garden growing up, and I think this reinvention of that classic story is extremely clever. It holds true to the magic and beauty of the original, while also being entirely unique and carrying the reader through many twists and turns. If you are ever looking for a book to slip into that will feel comforting and cottagecore-y, along with being fantasy then I would highly recommend this book to kids and adults alike!
I am so thrilled that I got to be on this street team, and I am very much looking forward to reading more of Lorelei Savaryn’s books!
As a young adult who enjoys reading middle grade books, I sometimes find myself reading a novel that feels a bit too young or even a bit too old, but I think that this novel is a great example of how middle grade books can be enjoyed by everyone while staying true to the age group. This book is filled to the brim with love and magic. I think as a young reader, I myself would have loved this just as much if not more than I love it now. I was also quite a huge fan of the secret garden growing up, and I think this reinvention of that classic story is extremely clever. It holds true to the magic and beauty of the original, while also being entirely unique and carrying the reader through many twists and turns. If you are ever looking for a book to slip into that will feel comforting and cottagecore-y, along with being fantasy then I would highly recommend this book to kids and adults alike!
I am so thrilled that I got to be on this street team, and I am very much looking forward to reading more of Lorelei Savaryn’s books!
elizabethcaneday's review against another edition
3.0
The Edge of In Between is a middle grade magical realism retelling of The Secret Garden. Lottie, the main character, is plunged into the story (and into the depths of despair) when her parents die simultaneously, in one fell evening.
Throughout the course of the novel, Lottie learns how to grieve and how to love. The garden-y themes throughout the book and hints of The Secret Garden will delight any fan of that classic.
My few qualms with this book mostly involve the extremely simplistic writing style and lack of pacing. However, as I am not a member of this book's target audience, these two facts are largely dismissible.
Many thanks to Viking Books for Young Readers (Penguin House) and Lorelei Savaryn for the free ARC!
Throughout the course of the novel, Lottie learns how to grieve and how to love. The garden-y themes throughout the book and hints of The Secret Garden will delight any fan of that classic.
My few qualms with this book mostly involve the extremely simplistic writing style and lack of pacing. However, as I am not a member of this book's target audience, these two facts are largely dismissible.
Many thanks to Viking Books for Young Readers (Penguin House) and Lorelei Savaryn for the free ARC!
monikasbookblog's review
4.0
I thought this book was written, richly imagined with magic in a creepy house, stunning portrait of love and loss, magic and hope; a true celebration of the strength we all possess to transcend tragedy and the gifts that make life worth living!! People say this is a retelling of Secret Garden, but I haven’t read the original to confirm. Readers of all ages will enjoy this book!
Thank you Viking books / Penguin Young Readers for the readers copy!
Thank you Viking books / Penguin Young Readers for the readers copy!
megzy818's review against another edition
5.0
I honestly loved this book, I’ve been grieving over the loss of my mom for the past almost 8 months and I feel like I connected with Lottie and Clement. This spooky retelling of The Secret Garden was able to bring me a little peace to go along with the tears.