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notblue's review
5.0
This book is beautifully illustrated! I loved how the video games mixed with the stories in this book. :)
This book is a lesson in finding yourself and learning to open yourself up to those who love you. There's also stories about Buddha and Buddhism in here as well that I thought were lovely!
5/5
This book is a lesson in finding yourself and learning to open yourself up to those who love you. There's also stories about Buddha and Buddhism in here as well that I thought were lovely!
5/5
ronathan's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
almightytim's review
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Art is gorgeous, story is very sweet and a good introduction to some Buddhist teachings.
readsalott's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
This book found me at a very special time when my grandmother passed away, and I just spent 4 days at her funeral with a group of monks that she spent 8 years living with at the temple. They granted her a special service to help her to the afterlife, and it was enchanting to see and be a part of the rituals to honor my grandmother. I’m glad this book helped teach me more about Buddhism and the practice my grandmother so loved.
kktnguyen's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
scribe391's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
After becoming involved in a fight at school, Binh and family take a vacation at a silent retreat.
The host of the camp are Buddhist.
Binh is resentful and dismissive, but as he listens to Jataka tales, he begins to find relevance to his current situation.
The host of the camp are Buddhist.
Binh is resentful and dismissive, but as he listens to Jataka tales, he begins to find relevance to his current situation.
livcg's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
bookish_capricorn's review against another edition
3.5
A simple sweet story about a boy learning how to slow down and meditate. I liked the video game imagery that was added to put you in the headspace of the character.
missmeganmann's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This was FANTASTIC. It’s a great introduction to Buddhism and I love that this is about a silent family retreat. How many times do you read about that? ESPECIALLY for a book aimed at children? Exactly. Man, this was so great. I learned so much!
sonyareadsbooks's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
delightful, quick, engaging read
Content Warnings
Minor: Racism