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megankholley's review against another edition
3.0
Everett: thumbs up
“My favorite part was the turkeys. They were so silly!”
I did not care for this book, which I picked up solely based on the author’s reputation. It was poorly edited and about 100 pages too long for a children’s book. There were portions that were difficult to understand, even with a reread. The names for characters (Kakaawl, Kaarn, Kaal, Kali, Kado, Toaff- ugh, especially when reading aloud!) and things described in “bird language” were needlessly confusing (for instance, the cats’ names are Fox and Snake, but they also have human names—pointlessly misleading for children). The overall story was ok, but much too long.
“My favorite part was the turkeys. They were so silly!”
I did not care for this book, which I picked up solely based on the author’s reputation. It was poorly edited and about 100 pages too long for a children’s book. There were portions that were difficult to understand, even with a reread. The names for characters (Kakaawl, Kaarn, Kaal, Kali, Kado, Toaff- ugh, especially when reading aloud!) and things described in “bird language” were needlessly confusing (for instance, the cats’ names are Fox and Snake, but they also have human names—pointlessly misleading for children). The overall story was ok, but much too long.
tambopowell's review against another edition
4.0
I wondered if it would still feel like a Voigt novel, even through the point of view of a bird. Of course it did! This was a coming-of-age story full of wit and wisdom! Little Bird listened to the various members of her community, gleaning what she could, trusting only the wisest, and ultimately coming to her own conclusions about things. Might as well have been Dicey Tillerman telling the story.
I love Cynthia Voigt forever. I'll seek out the others in this series!
I love Cynthia Voigt forever. I'll seek out the others in this series!
juani's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-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? No
3.75
jdianm's review against another edition
A splendid story for reading aloud with my 6-year-old. The more we read, the more invested we got in Little Bird's journey. A crow listening to all the animals she can, learning of new words and dangers, and communicating with only the most curious creatures around her.
graypeape's review against another edition
4.0
A sweet, adventurous story about a little crow trying to retrieve her flock's treasure that was stolen by a fisher (an animal in the weasel family). Without getting too heavily into events, a fisher steals the flock's good luck charm, a gold chain with a pearl pendant. When no one else is able to try and get it back, Little Bird, the only crow in the flock that can be spared takes it upon herself to try. Along the way, she meets many animals, both domesticated and wild, that offer assistance, and she makes a few friends. The dialog and action is a little repetitive at the start of the book, but moves along more smoothly later on. Little Bird gains confidence and becomes more aware of what she has to offer along the way, and gains new friends as well. The illustrations are adorable, and add interest for younger readers (or middle-aged ladies who like kids books!). Perfect for readers who love animals stories!
#LittleBird #NetGalley
#LittleBird #NetGalley
kta's review against another edition
3.0
"I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."
I was excited to read this book because I have enjoyed her other work previously. I like her personification of the animals, and how the characters, especially Little Bird, were developed. This is an excellent middle grade or read aloud chapter book.
I was excited to read this book because I have enjoyed her other work previously. I like her personification of the animals, and how the characters, especially Little Bird, were developed. This is an excellent middle grade or read aloud chapter book.
maebinnig's review
4.0
3.5 stars
This gentle story about a bird figuring out how she fits in the world works because it doesn't shy away from the raw reality of animal life. Any time it's at risk of becoming saccharine, we're reminded that animals die, that animals eat other animals, and that some humans are kind, but others are not. The story itself is very simple, but somehow still surprising. It's always satisfying to see a hero accomplish the quest they set out on, but there's a certain wisdom in seeing the hero realize that the quest was never the right one to begin with.
The early edition I read only contained a few small illustrations, but they were charming and appropriate for the book.
(I received this book for free through a Goodreads giveaway.)
This gentle story about a bird figuring out how she fits in the world works because it doesn't shy away from the raw reality of animal life. Any time it's at risk of becoming saccharine, we're reminded that animals die, that animals eat other animals, and that some humans are kind, but others are not. The story itself is very simple, but somehow still surprising. It's always satisfying to see a hero accomplish the quest they set out on, but there's a certain wisdom in seeing the hero realize that the quest was never the right one to begin with.
The early edition I read only contained a few small illustrations, but they were charming and appropriate for the book.
(I received this book for free through a Goodreads giveaway.)
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