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riellareads's review against another edition
4.0
The sequel to Thursday's Child, Far to Go continues Margaret Thursday's journey to make herself a name and establish herself. I love the older style that this book is written in! I was trying to explain it to my sister, but it usually involves a 3rd person semi-omniscient narrator, a certain phrasing, that I can't explain, and a sort of space for the audience. For me it creates a sense of nostalgia because I read a lot of books written that way growing up! The story is continuing her actress journey as she lands a role at a famous London theatre. Suddenly famous, the news reaches the matron of her old orphanage, who is out to get revenge. Margaret is focused on the play, but she will need to keep her wits about her and enlist the help of friends to keep herself safe.
Margaret is so fun! She is very focused on her career and establishing herself. She is not particularly rambunctious, but she knows her mind and her goals. It is also fun to read about all the new characters! They are all interesting and fun to read about.
Overall, this is a fun read that continues the story. So definitely this is a book where you probably should read the first book! It is a lovely story that I think is suitable for older elementary readers and up, because of some scenes that could be frightening. However, it may differ depending on the person, of course! It is an older style, so be prepared too!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher through Netgalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, a positive review was not required.
Margaret is so fun! She is very focused on her career and establishing herself. She is not particularly rambunctious, but she knows her mind and her goals. It is also fun to read about all the new characters! They are all interesting and fun to read about.
Overall, this is a fun read that continues the story. So definitely this is a book where you probably should read the first book! It is a lovely story that I think is suitable for older elementary readers and up, because of some scenes that could be frightening. However, it may differ depending on the person, of course! It is an older style, so be prepared too!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher through Netgalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, a positive review was not required.
ellingtonfeint's review against another edition
4.0
It simply did not have the same feel as the first book, it was a little too simplified and a little bit too unrealistic, especially at the end. Still an enjoyable read but the first one is much better.
christinecc's review
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
A Victorian street & stage adventure starring a daring young girl with (as the title suggests) far to go.
Despite being a sequel to another Noel Streatfeild book, "Far to Go" makes for a great stand-alone novel about Margaret Thursday, a young girl who flees an acting troupe to join a professional theatre in London. Orphaned and armed with a charming story about having been found in a basket filled with the best baby supplies, Margaret is ready to tackle any obstacle if it gets her on stage.
I think I would have loved this plot as a kid, even if it seems a little old fashioned and a tad contrived. The antagonist hasn't got much of a motive to sabotage Margaret, nor do we get to see much of Margaret with the large and entertaining cast of characters. Streatfeild's prose and voice are the real key to this book's charm. They're what brings Victorian London--with its lovely facets and life-threatening danger--to life in just a few pages.
Recommended for anyone who likes that slightly retro charm of mid-20th century British literature in the vein of Enid Blyton and Joan Aiken, only with the overall lighter tones and happy ending that suits Frances Hodgson Burnett.
Thank you to Harper 360 and Netgalley for giving me an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Despite being a sequel to another Noel Streatfeild book, "Far to Go" makes for a great stand-alone novel about Margaret Thursday, a young girl who flees an acting troupe to join a professional theatre in London. Orphaned and armed with a charming story about having been found in a basket filled with the best baby supplies, Margaret is ready to tackle any obstacle if it gets her on stage.
I think I would have loved this plot as a kid, even if it seems a little old fashioned and a tad contrived. The antagonist hasn't got much of a motive to sabotage Margaret, nor do we get to see much of Margaret with the large and entertaining cast of characters. Streatfeild's prose and voice are the real key to this book's charm. They're what brings Victorian London--with its lovely facets and life-threatening danger--to life in just a few pages.
Recommended for anyone who likes that slightly retro charm of mid-20th century British literature in the vein of Enid Blyton and Joan Aiken, only with the overall lighter tones and happy ending that suits Frances Hodgson Burnett.
Thank you to Harper 360 and Netgalley for giving me an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
kailey_luminouslibro's review against another edition
3.0
Margaret is tired of playing with a small theater company, so when the opportunity arises for her to go to an audition in London, she jumps at the chance. Things seem to be going well for Margaret, until the evil Matron from Margaret's old orphanage is seen skulking around the theater, searching for Margaret in order to take her revenge.
I loved this charming book about a young stage actress at the turn of the century. The characters are vivid and interesting, and I enjoyed the engaging plot. There are a few twists and turns in the plot, but most of its charm comes from the sweetness of the characters, and their close ties to the theater.
I especially liked the details of Margaret's clothes and costumes, and how she got her schooling, and the obstacles between her friendships with the various children around the theater. Those things added an interest and reality to the story.
The ending was rushed, and I wish there had been a few more chapters of denouement, but other than that, I enjoyed the story!
I loved this charming book about a young stage actress at the turn of the century. The characters are vivid and interesting, and I enjoyed the engaging plot. There are a few twists and turns in the plot, but most of its charm comes from the sweetness of the characters, and their close ties to the theater.
I especially liked the details of Margaret's clothes and costumes, and how she got her schooling, and the obstacles between her friendships with the various children around the theater. Those things added an interest and reality to the story.
The ending was rushed, and I wish there had been a few more chapters of denouement, but other than that, I enjoyed the story!
katekat's review against another edition
4.0
I have always loved Noel Streatfeild's books and as a child I got my library to ILL them for me or hunted through second hand book stores to find all of them. She tells the perfect "girls stories". I was always able to find one character in each book that was my favorite. They definitely stand up to re-reads.
katekat's review against another edition
4.0
I have always loved Noel Streatfeild's books and as a child I got my library to ILL them for me or hunted through second hand book stores to find all of them. She tells the perfect "girls stories". I was always able to find one character in each book that was my favorite. They definitely stand up to re-reads.
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