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sam_skogrand's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.0
I grew up watching the movie, so getting to read the book was delightful!
It is written phonetically (Irish accent), so sometimes there were words I had to puzzle out, but it didn't affect my enjoyment of the book. The stories are more of a collection of various, linked adventures that I found humorous and often charming.
If you're looking for a quick, lighthearted read, then this is perfect. I imagine reading this to kids would be fun too.
It is written phonetically (Irish accent), so sometimes there were words I had to puzzle out, but it didn't affect my enjoyment of the book. The stories are more of a collection of various, linked adventures that I found humorous and often charming.
If you're looking for a quick, lighthearted read, then this is perfect. I imagine reading this to kids would be fun too.
alongreader's review against another edition
4.0
Ok, I have to admit something. I have never seen Darby O'Gill and the Little People.
I know! I should have to hand in my Irish card. It's a shocker. What can I say? I just never caught it live. I did plan to stream it once I'd read the book, but then I...didn't do that.
And I didn't do it largely because I can't imagine the movie being as sweet and goodhearted as these stories. Darby is not nearly as smart as he likes to make out he is, but he is a genuinely good guy, always ready to help a neighbour or befriend a lonesome fairy. The friendship that develops between him and King Brian is honestly heartwarming.
The tone of the stories reminds me of Michael Scott's folktales. These are full of the feel of Old Ireland without being twee and annoying. They're a really great read, and I think children would enjoy them - they might need a few things explained to them though!
A fantastic read, and I will get around to the movie one of these days...
I know! I should have to hand in my Irish card. It's a shocker. What can I say? I just never caught it live. I did plan to stream it once I'd read the book, but then I...didn't do that.
And I didn't do it largely because I can't imagine the movie being as sweet and goodhearted as these stories. Darby is not nearly as smart as he likes to make out he is, but he is a genuinely good guy, always ready to help a neighbour or befriend a lonesome fairy. The friendship that develops between him and King Brian is honestly heartwarming.
The tone of the stories reminds me of Michael Scott's folktales. These are full of the feel of Old Ireland without being twee and annoying. They're a really great read, and I think children would enjoy them - they might need a few things explained to them though!
A fantastic read, and I will get around to the movie one of these days...
oswallt's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
bruc79's review against another edition
2.0
A primeira história do encontro com os Leprechauns é engraçada, mas toda a escrita em irlandês arcaico torna a leitura muito cansativa
jedi_indyjones's review against another edition
5.0
This book contains many stories that are full of charm, wit, and humor. If you love Ireland and books like Narnia, then don’t hesitate to read this one. It is written in an Irish accent that transports you to county Tipperary. It’s full of leprechauns, fairies, and angels and hints of dark Irish legends scattered throughout. I wish so dearly to find another book this rich and imaginative that takes place in Ireland. The Disney movie did a great job of keeping the spirit of the book, however the book itself is a collection of different stories and the movie doesn’t really follow any of them particularly. I can’t tell you how much I loved this book. It will turn your heart emerald green and make you dance about with a mad fiddle playing in your ears! I have always loved the combination of gothic, dark, humor mixed with magical whimsy and clever dialogue. Set it in Ireland and you have gold.
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