shanyreader's review against another edition
2.0
This book just dragged on and not much really happened. I put this book on my to-read list years and years ago, so maybe I've just outgrown it. Perhaps if I had read it 5 or 6 years ago, as a teenager, I would have enjoyed it much more.
emiliebookworld's review against another edition
When I first read the description of Wintertown, I was immediately drawn in, wanting to know more about Evan and Lucy's stories. And then started reading the book and it grew on me even more. By the end of it, the characters and the story had definitely found a place in my heart.
Evan and Lucy were best friends growing up. But then Lucy's parents divorced and she moved away with her mom. Now Evan only sees Lucy once a year during the Christmas holidays, and they pick up where they left off the previous year each time. Except when she arrives this year, Lucy isn't exactly the girl Evan remembers. She's changed and he can't seem to figure out what caused the change. At times Lucy is exactly like she used to be, but at others Evan doesn't recognize her and doesn't know what to do about it all. But Evan is determined to make it work and enjoy the one week a year he gets to spend with Lucy. And at first everything seems to be going great and Lucy and Evan are able to pick up where they off the year before, but then things really change.
This story was absolutely great without falling into clichés or being overdone. I really liked all the illustrations, and the comics at the end of each chapter were incredibly amusing and I loved them. But at first I wasn't exactly sure what to make of the story but the more I read, the more it grew on me and eventually wormed its way into my heart. The way it was told, the first half from Evan's point of view and the second half from Lucy's perspective was the best way it could have been told. It gave away just enough information. I almost liked it better than if the points of view had alternated the whole way through. For this story it was just perfect.
I think I pretty much fell in love with Evan and Lucy. They were incredibly real and I really felt like I could relate to them both, though to Evan more than to Lucy. And I have to admit that for the first half of the story, I didn't really like Lucy. Once I got to know him, I really wanted nothing but the best for Evan and Lucy was most definitely not that. He was just such a genuinely good person and he didn't deserve everything Lucy was putting him through. But then I found out more about Lucy and my opinion of her completely changed. Once I understood everything she had gone through, I hoped that she would do something about it and change her situation. In the end, I was very happy with where both characters ended up and how things turned out for them.
Wintertown was a great and fun read. It is a book I highly recommend, especially for those cold winter days when you want to do nothing more than curl up with a good book. And then you'll just fall in love with the characters and their story.
Evan and Lucy were best friends growing up. But then Lucy's parents divorced and she moved away with her mom. Now Evan only sees Lucy once a year during the Christmas holidays, and they pick up where they left off the previous year each time. Except when she arrives this year, Lucy isn't exactly the girl Evan remembers. She's changed and he can't seem to figure out what caused the change. At times Lucy is exactly like she used to be, but at others Evan doesn't recognize her and doesn't know what to do about it all. But Evan is determined to make it work and enjoy the one week a year he gets to spend with Lucy. And at first everything seems to be going great and Lucy and Evan are able to pick up where they off the year before, but then things really change.
This story was absolutely great without falling into clichés or being overdone. I really liked all the illustrations, and the comics at the end of each chapter were incredibly amusing and I loved them. But at first I wasn't exactly sure what to make of the story but the more I read, the more it grew on me and eventually wormed its way into my heart. The way it was told, the first half from Evan's point of view and the second half from Lucy's perspective was the best way it could have been told. It gave away just enough information. I almost liked it better than if the points of view had alternated the whole way through. For this story it was just perfect.
I think I pretty much fell in love with Evan and Lucy. They were incredibly real and I really felt like I could relate to them both, though to Evan more than to Lucy. And I have to admit that for the first half of the story, I didn't really like Lucy. Once I got to know him, I really wanted nothing but the best for Evan and Lucy was most definitely not that. He was just such a genuinely good person and he didn't deserve everything Lucy was putting him through. But then I found out more about Lucy and my opinion of her completely changed. Once I understood everything she had gone through, I hoped that she would do something about it and change her situation. In the end, I was very happy with where both characters ended up and how things turned out for them.
Wintertown was a great and fun read. It is a book I highly recommend, especially for those cold winter days when you want to do nothing more than curl up with a good book. And then you'll just fall in love with the characters and their story.
sc104906's review against another edition
3.0
Evan and Lucy, best friends, only see each other one week every year. Lucy’s parents divorced and her mother moved away. Lucy comes back to town each Christmas through New Year to stay with her father.
Ivy League bound and uptight Evan is a stark contrast to Lucy the casual drug user and troublemaker. Lucy has really changed this year and Evan cannot figure out why. Her moods shift quickly and drastically. Even though she is difficult, Evan has a hard time suppressing his growing feelings for her.
Can Evan help Lucy?
This novel was a nice fluffy graphic novel/regular novel combo. While everything isn’t tied up in a neat little bow, it is still an interesting story.
Ivy League bound and uptight Evan is a stark contrast to Lucy the casual drug user and troublemaker. Lucy has really changed this year and Evan cannot figure out why. Her moods shift quickly and drastically. Even though she is difficult, Evan has a hard time suppressing his growing feelings for her.
Can Evan help Lucy?
This novel was a nice fluffy graphic novel/regular novel combo. While everything isn’t tied up in a neat little bow, it is still an interesting story.
eember's review against another edition
4.0
This book was so cute and wonderful. I loved the art, and I loved Evan. He was just so sweet, and throughout the whole book I just wanted to hug him. But Lucy kind of got on my nerves. I didn't like the way she thought, and how she reacted to things.
Overall though, this was a really enjoyable read. It gave off a really wintery vibe, hence the title. But I'm really considering rereading it come Christmas time.
Overall though, this was a really enjoyable read. It gave off a really wintery vibe, hence the title. But I'm really considering rereading it come Christmas time.
carnimdream's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
carlylwbug's review against another edition
3.0
I guess this book wasn't all bad but there was nothing special about it. The drawings kept me interested but the writing was boring. It dragged quite slowly. Maybe it would've been better if I read it during the wintertime but I really don't think it matters. I did like the ending though.
thewriter21's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed reading this book for several reasons. I grew attatched to the friendship between Evan and Lucy it was honest, relatable, and exciting. I liked how the author gave two poont of views, to make it easier to relate. Lastly, the artwork was entertaining as it went along perfectly to the story.
While I do admit to liking the depth of the characters, the
book was a bit slow.
While I do admit to liking the depth of the characters, the
book was a bit slow.
silversparkles50's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
justineduhart's review against another edition
3.0
Le bon côté d'une nuit sans sommeil et difficile, c'est qu'on peut terminer son livre. Même si ça n'a pas été une grande réussite pour ma part, c'était une histoire pas mal.
La note sera comprise entre 2,25 et 3. J'hésite encore sur la note finale.
La note sera comprise entre 2,25 et 3. J'hésite encore sur la note finale.
jennifer_92's review against another edition
3.0
I wanted to give this book 4 stars, but it took me WAY too long to get into it. It was too slow of a start, but it did get better a little over halfway through.