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Overall Review: Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy is a very special book. It is by no means a ‘feel-good’ book, but it is one of the most amazing books I’ve ever read. Everything in this book is intense; there was not one moment that I was bored or felt like putting it down. Wow. From the intricate relationships of the people to the astonishing personification of the sea breeze, I was totally enthralled. The dynamics of this novel are well thought out and powerful—Turner’s growth is phenomen
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It took a couple chapters to get into this book but I'm so glad that I kept on going. This is a story about standing up for what is right even when you stand alone. Turner Buckminster is a lovable character who sees the best in people as he tries to fit into his new home off the coast of Maine. Based on historical facts, it is also a sad tale of how racial intolerance and greed destroyed an innocent group of good people.
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Schmidt captures bittersweet with a touch of humor better than any author I have ever read. This book is darker than his other stories, but also filled with hope and kindness. I loved the descriptions of Maine and the historical setting. An all around lovely book that will make children really think. I could easily see a bazillion interesting essay questions for middle school aged children. So many great topics to discuss and explore. I'll read this book to my children in a year or two...
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I'm falling in love with this author. I didn't like this one quite as much as "The Wednesday Wars" but it was still really good. This book is based on true events that took place in a small town in Maine in 1911 but most of the characters are fictional. I loved the characters I was supposed to love and hated the ones I was supposed to hate. I think this could make for a good book club selection because there are several themes that could lead to good discussion.
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Outstanding coming-of-age story, based on a true piece of history, but so sad! Prepare yourself before you start this one.
Here's the link to the hymn mentioned, "I Have Some Friends Before Me Gone": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfK_idEOeJY
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Here's the link to the hymn mentioned, "I Have Some Friends Before Me Gone": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfK_idEOeJY
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Really loved this story. Very emotionally moving with an overall theme of “love is always the answer. “
I LOVED this historical fiction account of a small town in Maine in 1912. The dialogue and setting is picturesque and so funny at the same time. I don't want to give anything away, so I'll just say--READ IT! I was laughing and crying through the book.
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