Book 3

by Author 3
Book 3 cover
Good Books rating 4.33
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  • ID: 1988
  • Added: 2025-10-11
  • Updated: 2025-10-11
  • Reviews: 3
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instagram.com · Unknown · 2025-10-16
engaging 4.00

The reviewer found the book engaging and well-written, praising its unique perspective and emotional depth. However, they felt the pacing could have been improved in certain sections.

The reviewer was captivated by the book's unique perspective and emotional depth, finding it a compelling read. They appreciated the author's ability to create vivid characters and an immersive world. However, they felt that the pacing could have been better managed in some parts, as certain sections dragged on a bit too long. Overall, they enjoyed the book and found it thought-provoking, but wished for a more consistent pace throughout.

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    The author's unique perspective made this book stand out.

    The emotional depth was truly captivating.

    The pacing could have been improved in certain sections.

nancyjardine.blogspot.com · Unknown · 2025-09-02
excellent 4.50

The reviewer praises Piers Torday's ability to create distinct animal characters with quirky personalities and enjoys the descriptions of the countryside and wildlife. They recommend the book for readers aged 10+ who enjoy dystopian genres and Narnia stories.

The reviewer highlights Piers Torday's talent for crafting unique animal characters with engaging personalities, comparing it to Watership Down but with a lighter touch. They appreciate the animal's perspective and the detailed descriptions of the countryside and wildlife. The use of asterisks to denote animal voices is noted as an effective way to differentiate between Kester's interactions with animals and humans. The reviewer finds the dancing harvest mouse particularly charming and suggests that reading the book aloud would require a full vocal range due to the large cast of animals. They recommend this book for young readers who are interested in dystopian genres but may not be ready for more intense books like The Hunger Games or The Maze Runner. The book is seen as suitable for fans of Narnia stories and Wolf Brother.

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    Piers Torday’s strength for me is the ability to create distinct animal characters with quirky personalities-think Watership Down with a lighter touch

    I really enjoyed his descriptions of the countryside, and the detail about the wildlife

    My favourite character is the dancing harvest mouse, who drives everybody mad with her infinite variations of dances

goodreads.com · Unknown · 2024-12-27
fantastic 4.50

The Last Wild is a fantastic, funny, and exciting debut novel that takes readers on a wild adventure filled with trials and emotional depth. It challenges and provokes thoughts about environmental issues without being preachy, making it a memorable and thought-provoking read.

The Last Wild is a fantastic, funny, and exciting debut novel that takes readers on a wild adventure filled with trials and emotional depth. The story follows Kester Jaynes, a 12-year-old boy with a remarkable gift, as he embarks on a journey to save the last wild animals from a mysterious disease. The language is poetic and crisp, and the narrative deals with important issues like loss, grief, self-belief, and environmental responsibility. The book challenges and provokes thoughts about the future of our planet without being preachy, making it a memorable and thought-provoking read. It's a book that stays with you long after you've finished it, and it's perfect for both children and adults.

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    It is fantastic, funny, smart and exciting… all the positive words!

    Piers does a wonderful, magical job of setting his scene.

    In a world full of gadgets and technology, The Last Wild, takes you back to nature and asks ‘what is the world going to look like in the future if man keeps on polluting and destroying it?

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