I have never read such a sad book that made me laugh so much. I read this one with my 10 year old daughter and we both laughed outloud on several occasions. Once again Rylant manages to use simple yet poetic language to convey the heart of her characters. The themes of appreciation and acceptance run through this novel just as they did in previous works be this painter of words. The strength within the main character is amazing. She has survived heart wrenching tragedies and still has the capacity for love. She is a child in need of someone to take care of her and yet she cares for others. Bravo!!!
I have to wonder. Has Cynthia Rylant ever done an advertising campaign for the state of West Virginia. If not she should. People would be moving there in droves.
Friday, March 9, 2007
Missing May By: Cynthia Rylant
I have never read such a sad book that made me laugh so much. I read this one with my 10 year old daughter and we both laughed outloud on several occasions. Once again Rylant manages to use simple yet poetic language to convey the heart of her characters. The themes of appreciation and acceptance run through this novel just as they did in previous works be this painter of words. The strength within the main character is amazing. She has survived heart wrenching tragedies and still has the capacity for love. She is a child in need of someone to take care of her and yet she cares for others. Bravo!!!
I have to wonder. Has Cynthia Rylant ever done an advertising campaign for the state of West Virginia. If not she should. People would be moving there in droves.
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I thought this was a sad book, too. But also, I didn't put it down and pick up my box of tissues. There were times that I wanted to cry, and yet it wasn't an overwhelming feeling. I think the funny parts of the book made the sad parts more bearable. I enjoyed this balance.
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