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Chike and the River by Prue Theobalds, Chinua Achebe

sarahcm's review against another edition

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2.0

This book was written in an interesting style of writing but the plot was too boring for me.

alfyasmeen's review against another edition

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2.0



Good story, though I recommend it for children and very young adults.
I've heard about this author so many times before; especially his novel 'Things Fall Apart'. I might read that some time later.

novelnymphet's review against another edition

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lighthearted mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

soapsoph's review against another edition

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this story was… so wild???

nsabrekwa's review against another edition

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5.0

Such a beautiful read!

borealis85's review against another edition

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4.0

Very enjoyable childrens story.

drbird's review against another edition

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Rushes to the end a bit with a lack of impact but definitely a worthwhile read that's similar to Steinbeck's short works about discovering the world, such as The Red Pony.

belladufresne's review against another edition

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3.0

*3.5

This was a fast and easy read. Very full of obvious moral lessons, but it’s a children’s book. I don’t really have much else to say about it lol

raaahella's review against another edition

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4.0

What an amazing story. I really liked Chike's character and how he came to the right solutions on his own. It was a great story that wasn't too drawn out, but showed than innately we all know the right actions to take in most situations.

I can't wait to read Arrow of God from his other Trilogy of Things Fall Apart.

2kerrymehome's review against another edition

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adventurous fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.0

I loved the simplicity of the story, and how readable it was. I think the reveal at the end could have been more gradual, and the incident longer.