The graphic is honestly really well done, and the core of the book is about a topic I am passionate about: human rights, and I can definitely see why this is considered a classic. Now I really want to read the original one with just text!

Overall a good book. The beginning is a bit dry with focus on the lives and habits of the rich people who come out from the city to summer at Montauk, but as the book continues you see beneath their superficiality. One woman, Beatrice initially driven by her own unhappiness and later by her true love of the people of Montauk and of one person in particular, begins to assert herself and make real changes both in life and in the community. The ending is great and is unexpected.

King of Ashes was a great read — gripping, emotional, and full of family drama, power struggles, and unexpected turns. I enjoyed how the story pulled me into the characters’ world and kept the tension building throughout. It has that mix of loyalty, betrayal, ambition, and survival that makes you want to keep reading. A strong, memorable book that would make for a great discussion.

What an interesting book! On the surface it is a story about a mother troubled by many ailments, many of which no one can seem to diagnose, that result in her not being able to walk all the time. She and her adult daughter, who has put her life on hold to care for her, leave England and go to Spain to see a doctor who may be able to help her. But this book is really about a relationship between a mother and daughter, and about people coming to terms with themselves. But what really makes this book special is the writing which is so descriptive and engaging in a way I have not found before in a book. A definite must read.

This was a gift from a great aunt and we love it dearly. Momma had it memorized quickly and recited it lovingly at bed time and in the middle of the night.

I took this book out because of the title, but, in fact, there was very little to do with a library. The story centers around a boy who goes into library to look up the answer to a question that occurs to him. Once inside the library, he meets strange people and winds up in a strange unpleasant place. The book seems to suggest that all of this happens because he has trouble saying no to people, but that is never further explored. And upon his return home, supposedly after at least several days or weeks have passed, there is no reaction to his return from his mom. This may be better as a young adult read.

Beautiful, heartbreaking story

First off, I am not a fan of the Sci-Fi genre or anything futuristic so my thoughts can be taken with that in mind. This is a story about two semi-humans(?), Red and Blue. It seems that they are on opposite sides of some sort of combat, but by writing to each other, they begin to have feelings(?) for each other. My issue is that there is SO much going on here and nothing is elaborated on or explained. It’s like coming in at the middle of some weird movie. But I will say that some of the thoughts, feelings and observations described in their letters are really beautiful and enriching to the story. While this is categorized as a book told through letters, that really only comprises about half of the book. I would give this a rating of “Maybe” is you are a diehard Sci-fi fan.

Highly recommended

I liked the book because it was really funny. My favorite part was when Kate was flying on the mist horse.