becka6131's review
4.0
This is a ridiculous story AND I LOVE IT. McCaughrean really does have a way with words.
noodles01's review against another edition
adventurous
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
biblio_mom's review against another edition
3.0
Panache! Panache! Panache!
It is indeed a story of a hopelessly in love of Cyrano, the ugly long-nose army. He's not only fighting the war towards men to stand for his country, but fighting war against himself to stand for his friend, Christian. He sacrificed his own feelings to see someone else happy.
There are death in the end, but ended graciously. What a beautiful short story this is. A love story embroided with pain, sacrifice, respect, friendship and beautiful curated words.
It is indeed a story of a hopelessly in love of Cyrano, the ugly long-nose army. He's not only fighting the war towards men to stand for his country, but fighting war against himself to stand for his friend, Christian. He sacrificed his own feelings to see someone else happy.
There are death in the end, but ended graciously. What a beautiful short story this is. A love story embroided with pain, sacrifice, respect, friendship and beautiful curated words.
zigzag887's review against another edition
5.0
Rereading for the umpteenth time does nothing to reduce this stories impact. It is a beautiful adaptation of an incredibly witty, romantic and emotional play. It’s a bite-sized love story that is beyond comparable to the other great romances. I adore it.
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