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claudiarippon's review against another edition
4.0
such a cute summer book to read. makes me appreciate living by the water. literally read it in 45 minutes
michael070's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
agkx's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
sophiewilders's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
bianca89279's review against another edition
4.0
This YA novella is simple but endearing - it's about a boy and his mum, who live a modest life in Bremer Bay - an area in the SW of Australia (some 500+ km from Perth). I hear it's beautiful, but I haven't made it there yet. They fish, and grow fruit and vegetables.
The title of the book comes from the name the young boy, Abel, gave a giant blue fish that he liked to play/swim with.
This is a story about our connection with nature and places, the simple life and family.
There is a movie adaptation being released soon, I can't wait to watch it, the cast looks pretty good: Eric Bana, Radha Mitchell, Mia Wasikowska.
The title of the book comes from the name the young boy, Abel, gave a giant blue fish that he liked to play/swim with.
This is a story about our connection with nature and places, the simple life and family.
There is a movie adaptation being released soon, I can't wait to watch it, the cast looks pretty good: Eric Bana, Radha Mitchell, Mia Wasikowska.
nicki_dadic's review against another edition
5.0
Ranked right alongside my favourite coming-of-age story “Island of The Blue Dolphins” for me. Loved this and am falling in love with Winton!
_lish_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
sardine164's review against another edition
4.0
My son in Yr 6 has this book to read for class. So, being interested to talk to him about what he is reading, I picked it up and read it after he went to bed last night.
I really like Tim Winton. This book is written in a simpler style (aimed for younger readers, I think), but I found it a rewarding read with some themes about family and belonging to a place that I'm looking forward to discussing with my son.
I also enjoyed being able to read the book in one sitting. For me, it helped spin the magic of the tale.
I really like Tim Winton. This book is written in a simpler style (aimed for younger readers, I think), but I found it a rewarding read with some themes about family and belonging to a place that I'm looking forward to discussing with my son.
I also enjoyed being able to read the book in one sitting. For me, it helped spin the magic of the tale.