191 pages • first pub 2007 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781406313192
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Publication date: 01 May 2008
Description
This magical story, told in the elevated tone of a fable, begins with a visit by a teenage boy to the home of 75-year-old Matilda. She tells him the story of her life with Feather, a man who lived by the sea. She speaks of her love for him and how...
Community Reviews Summary of 57 reviews
Moods
reflective 63%
adventurous 45%
inspiring 45%
sad 36%
challenging 27%
mysterious 27%
hopeful 18%
lighthearted 18%
relaxing 9%
Pace
slow 18%
fast 18%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 66% | A mix: 22% | Plot: 11%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 66% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 11%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 55% | No: 22% | Yes: 22%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Miscarriage, Suicide attempt
191 pages • first pub 2007 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781406313192
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Publication date: 01 May 2008
Description
This magical story, told in the elevated tone of a fable, begins with a visit by a teenage boy to the home of 75-year-old Matilda. She tells him the story of her life with Feather, a man who lived by the sea. She speaks of her love for him and how...
Community Reviews Summary of 57 reviews
Moods
reflective 63%
adventurous 45%
inspiring 45%
sad 36%
challenging 27%
mysterious 27%
hopeful 18%
lighthearted 18%
relaxing 9%
Pace
slow 18%
fast 18%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 66% | A mix: 22% | Plot: 11%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 66% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 11%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 55% | No: 22% | Yes: 22%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Miscarriage, Suicide attempt