cboddie's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
5th-8th
otteroftheworld's review against another edition
adventurous
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? Yes
katpeterson06's review
5.0
Where the Lockwood Grows is like a darker, more mature City of Ember. The story follows in the aftermath of wildfires that weaked havoc on the Earth. Where, as a result of the fires, the lockwoods were made. Erie is one of many young children tasked with cutting back the lockwoods that both keep out the fires but also sunlight and regrows each night. Erie was both enjoyable yet infuriating at times as a character to follow. And while I wasn't surprised by any of the reveals, I do believe they were very well executed. I just wish there had been an epilogue to give insight into where some of the other characters ended up or how things panned out a few years later.
charleighfred's review
4.0
This is a wonderful and impactful tale of a young girl trying to survive and find her place in a dystopian style world of Prine. The clever character names and captivating world draw you into the story first. FOLROY dropping off food reminded me of Wilder Girls and made me even more skeptical of them. Little details like that truly made the book sing. The concept of trying to remain skinny for society was so strong and beautifully written to paint how problematic that can be especially for young girls. I'm so curious about the Great Lakes drying up because Superior dried up first despite its size. The main characters love for bugs reminded me of Together We Rot in a way I really loved. The reveal two thirds in - my jaw was on the floor!
mistressviolet's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is a great book. Not only is it a beautiful story, but there is a lot of intelligent subtext. Environmentally conscious. Anti-corporation. Socially aware—with a broad spectrum of character diversity. There are even some great mini lessons on government and economy—just little pops of information so well blended into the story that you hardly notice they are there.
While some of the topics in this book might be heavy, the tone is hopeful and upbeat. This book is a real celebration of Earth and family, with a very stiff nod towards nonconformity/individuality (of which I heartily approve). I was fighting back the tears by the end.
P.S. Be sure to read the Acknowledgments at the end of this book. Even that brought tears to my eyes.
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