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The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis

ylbirda's review against another edition

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4.0

V dětství jsem několik dílů Narnia četla, ale v pořadí vydávání, takže jsem se k tomuto dílu nějak nikdy nedopracovala. Sáhla jsem po něm teď na odlehčení a rozhodně to bylo to pravé. V tomhle díle jsou vlivy křesťanství, které jsem jako dítě nevnímala, tím spíš patrné, ale rozhodně mi to nevadí. Jazyk je lehce srozumitelný a příjemný, je to opravdu odpočinkové čtení a rozhodně velká škoda, že filmy se tak daleko nedostaly.

florasin's review against another edition

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3.5

I read a number of the Narnia books in elementary school, but I'm fairly sure I had never read this one. I'm also pretty sure I hadn't read the ones I did in any sensible order.  

It's lovely to get some lore for how Narnia came to be. It is very religious, but I don't think it would be uncomfortable for those who aren't religious. 

I currently work with second and third graders. I suspect that this story might not appeal to them as much as later plots will, but given how short a read it is, I would recommend starting here. 

The phonetic spelling of accents might create a challenge and young readers would definitely benefit from sounding them out aloud. 

The chapter lengths feel perfect for someone to read to a child at bedtime. 

Of course, this is just kicking off a proper read of the series so I will be reading the rest. 

gaby_96's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.5

sarahetc's review against another edition

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5.0

Re-read with the my daughters. Such a priceless introduction to Lewis.

lexymsmith46's review against another edition

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3.0

I really enjoyed C.S. Lewis storytelling, but the story itself was pretty boring until they got to Narnia. Which wasn’t until you were over halfway through the book.

11rose25's review against another edition

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adventurous hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

jancka's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated

3.0

taotimtim's review against another edition

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adventurous inspiring mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

5.0

jessicathedestroyer's review against another edition

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5.0

5 0ut of 5. I will always be a Narnia fangirl.

kristengilmore84's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.0