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rachelhaylee's review
4.0
I highly recommend this to everyone!
This is a light hearted novel about a courageous young man, Jacob O'Leary, that pushes the boundaries. He fights for what he feels is right, and doesn't let anyone persuade him into thinking otherwise. He also struggles daily with Cerebal Palsy, but doesn't let it define the person who he is.
See the full review here: https://rachwithbooks.wordpress.com/2015/07/28/review-the-beauty-is-in-the-walking/
This is a light hearted novel about a courageous young man, Jacob O'Leary, that pushes the boundaries. He fights for what he feels is right, and doesn't let anyone persuade him into thinking otherwise. He also struggles daily with Cerebal Palsy, but doesn't let it define the person who he is.
See the full review here: https://rachwithbooks.wordpress.com/2015/07/28/review-the-beauty-is-in-the-walking/
gabrieljingco's review
4.0
I felt like I was the main character in the story, probably because I have cerebral palsy too. I loved that throughout the book you can really see that Jacob is yearning to have a taste of freedom, but the sad thing is his potentials is being overshadowed by disability. Now no two people can have the same cerebral palsy, but we all want the same thing, and that is to be heard and understood.
bestdressedbookworm's review
3.0
This book dealt with some issues surrounding racism and disabilities and the bullying that arises with hear topics well but the actual story line was pretty boring.
book_dolphin's review
4.0
I had higher expectations for this book because it was written by James Molony. I was not disappointed.
This book is about a boy called Jacob that has a disease called CP. Someone is killing the animals In his home town and the cops blame it on a person who Jacob thinks is innocent.
So, Jacob tries to prove that the person wasn't the one who started killing animal
I hated that Amy was leading him on and that all his friends just left him like that. I was also confused on how he jumped straight away to Chole.
I give it a 4/5 stars because:
* it was written by James Molony
* I love the cover
* the writing was beautiful
* I like how Jacob overcame his CP
This book is about a boy called Jacob that has a disease called CP. Someone is killing the animals In his home town and the cops blame it on a person who Jacob thinks is innocent.
So, Jacob tries to prove that the person wasn't the one who started killing animal
I hated that Amy was leading him on and that all his friends just left him like that. I was also confused on how he jumped straight away to Chole.
I give it a 4/5 stars because:
* it was written by James Molony
* I love the cover
* the writing was beautiful
* I like how Jacob overcame his CP
pinksappho's review
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
sadiaz's review
4.0
3.5
Reminds me a lot of the books I read growing up. Smalltown vibes. Some strange Australian slang.
Jacob was an extremely interesting, complex protagonist. Loved the coming of age/maturity building/self-asserting/discovery elements.
Reminds me a lot of the books I read growing up. Smalltown vibes. Some strange Australian slang.
Jacob was an extremely interesting, complex protagonist. Loved the coming of age/maturity building/self-asserting/discovery elements.
liaafedsy's review
4.0
This story is about finding your place in the world, and deals with the issues surrounding race, identity, and media in contemporary society. It was brilliant.
When I first read this, I had never seen such diversity in a book before. The main character, Jacob, has cerebral palsy and, prior to this, I had never read a book with Muslim representation.
Moloney tackles the issues here in a very real, simple way that is oh so Australian. It’s a really great depiction of rural Australian town life, and I felt so at home and connected while reading it.
It’s the kind of story that sticks with you long after it’s finished, and I would highly recommend!
When I first read this, I had never seen such diversity in a book before. The main character, Jacob, has cerebral palsy and, prior to this, I had never read a book with Muslim representation.
Moloney tackles the issues here in a very real, simple way that is oh so Australian. It’s a really great depiction of rural Australian town life, and I felt so at home and connected while reading it.
It’s the kind of story that sticks with you long after it’s finished, and I would highly recommend!
alexlogiudice's review
3.0
*second time reading*
PROS- I loved the exploration of CP in this book, as you don’t really see that in YA. I liked how it’s an Australian book set in Australia and I enjoyed reading about Jacob,his relationship with his mum and his friendship group. It also highlights the importance of racism issues in the media and politics. I love the cover too!
CONS - the plot could have been stronger, and some parts aren’t as attention grabbing. I also would have liked the ending to explain more about what happens to Mahmoud and his family.
PROS- I loved the exploration of CP in this book, as you don’t really see that in YA. I liked how it’s an Australian book set in Australia and I enjoyed reading about Jacob,his relationship with his mum and his friendship group. It also highlights the importance of racism issues in the media and politics. I love the cover too!
CONS - the plot could have been stronger, and some parts aren’t as attention grabbing. I also would have liked the ending to explain more about what happens to Mahmoud and his family.
katelinj's review
3.0
A very unique, relatable and inspiring story about a boy with a disability trying to prove his world wrong and defend innocent people from discrimination and ignorant accusations. Loved the little extra about first love and making mistakes and the ending was really sweet.
redfernstation's review
4.0
Great read. Definitely discusses issues that need to be addressed in contemporary society but in a different text that is understandable for youth. The only aspect that disappointed me was the weakness of the crime aspect of the book. Despite that, I would still give this book a read if you're interested in an easy quick read.
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