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galesummer's review against another edition
5.0
DUDE THIS IS EXACTLY HOW IT WAS PACED IN THE FILM TOO. im so??? IMPRESSED WITH THE ACCURAC. absolutely insane and very nostalgic
sscullyy's review against another edition
4.0
Edmund, Edmund, Edmund, you beastly little boy!
Siblings Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy are sent to the English countryside to escape the bombings in London during WWII. There, they are staying at what I believe to be (now Professor) Diggory’s mansion containing the wardrobe made of the fruit of Narnia. The children travel through the wardrobe and find themselves and in Narnia much different than the one we left at the end of book one. Jadis the evil queen has sent Narnia into an eternal winter and rules with fear and violence. She is searching for four sons of Adam and daughters of Eve who have been prophesied to destroy her, and unfortunately, these kids fit the bill. However, Edmund falls for her temptations and needs to be saved. Aslan returns, bringing the world back into spring and sacrificing himself for Edmund. Aslan returns and together they destroy the white witch and save Narnia. The siblings grow up as kings and queens of Narnia, ruling benevolently, and forgetting where they came from. Ultimately they return home where no time has passed and relay all of this to the professor. He tells them that he believes them, and that the adventures are only beginning. These Christianity references are less than subtle, but this is still a wonderful story of forgiveness, sacrifice and goodness.
Siblings Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy are sent to the English countryside to escape the bombings in London during WWII. There, they are staying at what I believe to be (now Professor) Diggory’s mansion containing the wardrobe made of the fruit of Narnia. The children travel through the wardrobe and find themselves and in Narnia much different than the one we left at the end of book one. Jadis the evil queen has sent Narnia into an eternal winter and rules with fear and violence. She is searching for four sons of Adam and daughters of Eve who have been prophesied to destroy her, and unfortunately, these kids fit the bill. However, Edmund falls for her temptations and needs to be saved. Aslan returns, bringing the world back into spring and sacrificing himself for Edmund. Aslan returns and together they destroy the white witch and save Narnia. The siblings grow up as kings and queens of Narnia, ruling benevolently, and forgetting where they came from. Ultimately they return home where no time has passed and relay all of this to the professor. He tells them that he believes them, and that the adventures are only beginning. These Christianity references are less than subtle, but this is still a wonderful story of forgiveness, sacrifice and goodness.
mudder17's review against another edition
5.0
I haven't read this in many years, but it was definitely time for a reread. I'm reading this as the second book using the alternative order and Michael York does a wonderful job of narrating this book. I love this book just as much as the first time I read it when I was a little girl. It is definitely a timeless classic!
scoobystu26's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
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? No
5.0
bookshelfy91's review against another edition
5.0
Not sure why I waited so long to read this. A great story.
merveozcan's review against another edition
4.0
Oldukça güzel ve harika sonu olan bir hikayeydi. Daha önce azıcık dahi olsa bir şeyler duymadığıma çok şaşırıyorum. :D
anjleo's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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
4.25
efabs151's review against another edition
4.0
Really enjoyed reading this for the first time ever and as an adult. Now I will be able to suggest this book to my students, especially those who like fantasy.
msbridgetreadsstuff's review against another edition
5.0
Edit: 3/12/22
4.5/5
Not much to say right now other than I enjoyed it more the 2nd time around.
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Original Review
This book for me started off really slow. It was hard for me to get into.
1. I had already seen the movie and although I liked the movie to a certain degree, it generally isn't the type of movie I would normally go see, but my mom wanted to take myself and my sons to see it so we agreed. I loved the message of the movie, especially towards the end, but I continued to get bored throughout.
2. I was just not in much of a reading mood. When I wanted to read, anddidn't have much else to read at the time or rather, nothing I wanted to read at that time, I would pick this book up, just to get bored again. A part of me just refused to give up on this book.
I am so glad I didn't!
When I picked this book back up again, I was able to dive right in and really enjoy it this time around [starting where I had left off before]. But my favorite parts of the book really began to pick up in about Chapter 14 and continued on through about Chapter 16. Chapter 17 was good as well, but the previous mentioned chapters were my favorites.
I, of course, had my favorites...Aslan (the Lion) and Tumnus (the Faun). For those who know the story, should already have an idea why I liked them both. I really don't want to get into much detail about why I liked them because (1) It would take a lot of space for me to tell why I love Aslan I think and Tumnus as well I believe. But I can say that I loved them for their hearts. (2) For the ones who haven't read it, or even seen the movie, I don't want to give spoilers about them.
This book started off with about a 2 star rating, but as you can see, by the end of the book, it went up to a 4 star out of 5 star rating.
Will it be one of my favorites?
No. But it will be one that is pretty well loved. So far, of the two books I have read so far, I think the Magician's Nephew is a little higher on my love it it list because of how unexpected it was that I'd liked it so much. But I love The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe for different reasons. That mostly being Aslan and Tumnus.
The story as a whole was really good as I said, but I think what I love the most about it is the message. Because I am a very spiritual person, that is what makes me love it so much more.
I don't know when I will be going on in the series but hopefully soon.
4.5/5
Not much to say right now other than I enjoyed it more the 2nd time around.
________
Original Review
This book for me started off really slow. It was hard for me to get into.
1. I had already seen the movie and although I liked the movie to a certain degree, it generally isn't the type of movie I would normally go see, but my mom wanted to take myself and my sons to see it so we agreed. I loved the message of the movie, especially towards the end, but I continued to get bored throughout.
2. I was just not in much of a reading mood. When I wanted to read, and
I am so glad I didn't!
When I picked this book back up again, I was able to dive right in and really enjoy it this time around [starting where I had left off before]. But my favorite parts of the book really began to pick up in about Chapter 14 and continued on through about Chapter 16. Chapter 17 was good as well, but the previous mentioned chapters were my favorites.
I, of course, had my favorites...Aslan (the Lion) and Tumnus (the Faun). For those who know the story, should already have an idea why I liked them both. I really don't want to get into much detail about why I liked them because (1) It would take a lot of space for me to tell why I love Aslan I think and Tumnus as well I believe. But I can say that I loved them for their hearts. (2) For the ones who haven't read it, or even seen the movie, I don't want to give spoilers about them.
This book started off with about a 2 star rating, but as you can see, by the end of the book, it went up to a 4 star out of 5 star rating.
Will it be one of my favorites?
No. But it will be one that is pretty well loved. So far, of the two books I have read so far, I think the Magician's Nephew is a little higher on my love it it list because of how unexpected it was that I'd liked it so much. But I love The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe for different reasons. That mostly being Aslan and Tumnus.
The story as a whole was really good as I said, but I think what I love the most about it is the message. Because I am a very spiritual person, that is what makes me love it so much more.
I don't know when I will be going on in the series but hopefully soon.