A review by pumpkinmasterug
A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park

adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad 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? It's complicated

4.5

Definitely made for younger children, I would say 10-13ish, but I also enjoyed it. It’s a beautiful story about perseverance and growth in a rather peaceful (for the most part) setting.
I found the ending a bit overwhelming, with Crane Man dying and then Tree Ear being adopted. I think it came across confused and spoiled the ending for me as Tree Ears final goal is completed but shrouded in such sadness. It feels rather unsatisfying and just sad.
Overall, a great book I would recommend for young readers!
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