Review of WIND
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Review of WIND
[Following is a volunteer review of "WIND" by Ellen Dee Davidson.]
Ellen Dee Davidson weaves fantasy with the universe's ecosystem in her book, Wind, in a compelling narrative that will keep you glued to the pages. The book's setting is on planet Earth and outside Earth in a fantasy world with characters from different worlds given the ability to communicate with each other.
Katie is a young girl from a simple family. She is unhappy with her parents' strained relationship. One day, while in class, Katie realized something strange about herself. She could hear an oak tree outside the classroom talking to her. This strange ability continued at her home, where she could hear her pet cat Sasha warning her to leave the house. While still confused, there was an earthquake, and Katie fell into a crack that the violent rumbling had created. Katie was more perplexed after stumbling upon an alien named Za from planet Stella in the same pit she thought was in their house basement. It became clear to her that they were no longer on Earth, and she and Za were magically brought together, destined for an unknown mission in a foreign world. Will Katie and Za ever get along, given that they are entirely different creatures? Will Katie ever get home, and what will happen if her parents find her missing?
I loved how Ellen's story built steadily. The suspense in the book grew with each preceding chapter, making my interest in the book grow as I dove deeper into the book. Furthermore, I applaud the author for the simple names of characters and for using a sufficient number of characters that won't complicate young readers. For instance, names like Katie, Za, Wind, Mom, and others can easily be memorized by children. Also, a name like "Poison One," referring to dark forces or the devil, was a good choice, for it doesn't sound cruel to children but will still serve the intended purpose. Another likable aspect of this book is how well the author developed the characters. The characters are also relatable to readers. For example, Katie and Za have super abilities like hard work and resilience but still have weaknesses such as anger problems, pride, and fear of the uncertain.
What is more appealing about Ellen Dee Davidson's book is its message to readers. Both adults and children will gain a lot from the book's topics, such as parenting, unity, teamwork, and ways of protecting the universe. The same way Katie, Za, and the Winged Ones needed each other gives more insight into the advantages of human-animal relationships. Other virtues such as sharing, forgiveness, and love displayed by characters in the book will be very educational to children.
Overall, I didn't encounter anything to make me dislike this book. Plus, it was exceptionally well-edited, so I don't have any negative comments about it. Therefore, I rate Wind 5 out of 5 stars. This book will suit readers from middle school children to adults because it's lengthy and requires concentration. I also recommend it to anyone who likes fantasy books.
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WIND
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Ellen Dee Davidson weaves fantasy with the universe's ecosystem in her book, Wind, in a compelling narrative that will keep you glued to the pages. The book's setting is on planet Earth and outside Earth in a fantasy world with characters from different worlds given the ability to communicate with each other.
Katie is a young girl from a simple family. She is unhappy with her parents' strained relationship. One day, while in class, Katie realized something strange about herself. She could hear an oak tree outside the classroom talking to her. This strange ability continued at her home, where she could hear her pet cat Sasha warning her to leave the house. While still confused, there was an earthquake, and Katie fell into a crack that the violent rumbling had created. Katie was more perplexed after stumbling upon an alien named Za from planet Stella in the same pit she thought was in their house basement. It became clear to her that they were no longer on Earth, and she and Za were magically brought together, destined for an unknown mission in a foreign world. Will Katie and Za ever get along, given that they are entirely different creatures? Will Katie ever get home, and what will happen if her parents find her missing?
I loved how Ellen's story built steadily. The suspense in the book grew with each preceding chapter, making my interest in the book grow as I dove deeper into the book. Furthermore, I applaud the author for the simple names of characters and for using a sufficient number of characters that won't complicate young readers. For instance, names like Katie, Za, Wind, Mom, and others can easily be memorized by children. Also, a name like "Poison One," referring to dark forces or the devil, was a good choice, for it doesn't sound cruel to children but will still serve the intended purpose. Another likable aspect of this book is how well the author developed the characters. The characters are also relatable to readers. For example, Katie and Za have super abilities like hard work and resilience but still have weaknesses such as anger problems, pride, and fear of the uncertain.
What is more appealing about Ellen Dee Davidson's book is its message to readers. Both adults and children will gain a lot from the book's topics, such as parenting, unity, teamwork, and ways of protecting the universe. The same way Katie, Za, and the Winged Ones needed each other gives more insight into the advantages of human-animal relationships. Other virtues such as sharing, forgiveness, and love displayed by characters in the book will be very educational to children.
Overall, I didn't encounter anything to make me dislike this book. Plus, it was exceptionally well-edited, so I don't have any negative comments about it. Therefore, I rate Wind 5 out of 5 stars. This book will suit readers from middle school children to adults because it's lengthy and requires concentration. I also recommend it to anyone who likes fantasy books.
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WIND
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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