A review by a_novi
The Giver by Lois Lowry

challenging dark emotional reflective tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

A classic book, and a great lesson in a healthy distrust in government. Just because “it’s the way we do things” doesn’t mean it’s the way we SHOULD do things. There’s three more books in this series that are often forgotten and I can’t wait to read the rest.
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