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Sid Red Rim
Richly imagined and crammed full of larger-than-life characters, Sid Red Rim is sure to delight young readers with a taste for the fantastical.
Sid is a boy far older than his years. A curse from a witch has had unnatural side effects including the ability to converse with the dead. Fortunately for him, the cure to all his ailments lies in the memory of two ghosts. Two ghosts he is determined to find, for Sid has NEVER slept.
Sid is a boy far older than his years. A curse from a witch has had unnatural side effects including the ability to converse with the dead. Fortunately for him, the cure to all his ailments lies in the memory of two ghosts. Two ghosts he is determined to find, for Sid has NEVER slept.
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267 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 7, 2015
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April 3, 2016
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[Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.]
This is a short story about a boy named Sid who has never slept. Ever. He was born normal but his mother was not too happy about her infant sleeping all day so she decided to go to a witch and get her to do something about this "problem". Needless to say, she cursed him. Now Sid could NEVER sleep.
In this fantastic world that Haley Kate created, normal people liked to be, well... normal. Any person that deviated in the slightest was cast out and these unfortunate people gradually made their way to the clan of Tweed. A place where cast-outs lived a normal life, safe from all the judgemental eyes. Sid came in to this little sanctuary like every other individual who had got there, he floated on the river in a wicker basket.
This story is beautifully written. The world building is fantastic and I absolutely loved all the characters. Mo and Mindy were amazing foster parents to Sid. Cara was such a friendly character who showed Sid that not all normals were bad. And the hilarious ghosts and Brownies (tiny little beings) were great supernatural characters.
Since Sid can't sleep at all, he has red rimmed eyes (hence the name) but the thing I loved the most about this book was how Haley Kate has explored the consequences of not being able to sleep. The physical ailments of Sid were something I had completely overlooked when I read the blurb but it inserted a sort of urgency to the whole situation.
We know that Sid NEEDS someone to undo his curse and when he hears about the Candy Brothers, legendary story tellers who were able to put anyone to sleep, Sid knew he HAD to find them. Only problem, they were dead.
But Sid can see and listen to ghosts, unlike Mo (Sid's foster father) who can only hear them and Mindy (his dwarf foster mother) who can't do either. So that's how we end up going on a journey to the Candy Brothers castle, hoping that their ghosts would at least be able to undo the curse.
I love how creative and imaginative the book was. I guess it could be a little scary for very young readers but I would highly recommend people to read it. There were no dull moments or moments where I felt the book was dragging. Since it was short everything happened at a good pace.
The book even ended so beautifully that I cried a little. It has been a long time since I've cried at a happy ending but it's not the kind of happy you are thinking so you've got to read it to find out.
I would just like to say how much I adored this story. It was very hard for me to put it down. Every time I had a few minutes to myself I read this book. I would recommend this book for people of ALL ages.
Why should you pick this book? If boys who can't sleep, treasure hunting girls, funny ghosts, kelpies, tiny warriors and heart warming stories interest you, then this book is a must read.
One of my favourite quote from the book is:
"For outcasts, you certainly are judgemental!" he scolded. "Cara knew about me seeing ghosts and found it fascinating."
"Children are different," Mo tried.
"Then maybe we should all be a little more like children!" Sid said.
Ratings: 5/5 Loved it!
[Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.]
This is a short story about a boy named Sid who has never slept. Ever. He was born normal but his mother was not too happy about her infant sleeping all day so she decided to go to a witch and get her to do something about this "problem". Needless to say, she cursed him. Now Sid could NEVER sleep.
In this fantastic world that Haley Kate created, normal people liked to be, well... normal. Any person that deviated in the slightest was cast out and these unfortunate people gradually made their way to the clan of Tweed. A place where cast-outs lived a normal life, safe from all the judgemental eyes. Sid came in to this little sanctuary like every other individual who had got there, he floated on the river in a wicker basket.
This story is beautifully written. The world building is fantastic and I absolutely loved all the characters. Mo and Mindy were amazing foster parents to Sid. Cara was such a friendly character who showed Sid that not all normals were bad. And the hilarious ghosts and Brownies (tiny little beings) were great supernatural characters.
Since Sid can't sleep at all, he has red rimmed eyes (hence the name) but the thing I loved the most about this book was how Haley Kate has explored the consequences of not being able to sleep. The physical ailments of Sid were something I had completely overlooked when I read the blurb but it inserted a sort of urgency to the whole situation.
We know that Sid NEEDS someone to undo his curse and when he hears about the Candy Brothers, legendary story tellers who were able to put anyone to sleep, Sid knew he HAD to find them. Only problem, they were dead.
But Sid can see and listen to ghosts, unlike Mo (Sid's foster father) who can only hear them and Mindy (his dwarf foster mother) who can't do either. So that's how we end up going on a journey to the Candy Brothers castle, hoping that their ghosts would at least be able to undo the curse.
I love how creative and imaginative the book was. I guess it could be a little scary for very young readers but I would highly recommend people to read it. There were no dull moments or moments where I felt the book was dragging. Since it was short everything happened at a good pace.
The book even ended so beautifully that I cried a little. It has been a long time since I've cried at a happy ending but it's not the kind of happy you are thinking so you've got to read it to find out.
I would just like to say how much I adored this story. It was very hard for me to put it down. Every time I had a few minutes to myself I read this book. I would recommend this book for people of ALL ages.
Why should you pick this book? If boys who can't sleep, treasure hunting girls, funny ghosts, kelpies, tiny warriors and heart warming stories interest you, then this book is a must read.
One of my favourite quote from the book is:
"For outcasts, you certainly are judgemental!" he scolded. "Cara knew about me seeing ghosts and found it fascinating."
"Children are different," Mo tried.
"Then maybe we should all be a little more like children!" Sid said.
Ratings: 5/5 Loved it!
February 9, 2016
‘Sid Red Rim’ written by Haley Kate is not too long, yet well-made adventurous work that will be loved by secondary school kids who enjoy reading ghost stories.
The main character, boy named Sid is a desperate because he is fighting eternal insomnia. Because of curse from a witch, Sid can interact with the dead and he is going to find out about two ghosts haunting a castle who may be able to cure him from his problem… And the quest begins.
Haley Kate with ‘Sid Red Rim’ wrote an interesting and adventurous title that could easily become the beginning of new exciting book series. Her book will have appeal mostly on secondary grades kids who are not so young anymore not to be able enjoying some good frightening story.
And because of all mentioned, I can recommend ‘Sid Red Rim’ as not-so-long, easy-to-read, interesting and exciting piece of work for bit older children.
I was given a copy of this book by the author for the purpose of unbiased review, while all the presented information is based on my impressions.
The main character, boy named Sid is a desperate because he is fighting eternal insomnia. Because of curse from a witch, Sid can interact with the dead and he is going to find out about two ghosts haunting a castle who may be able to cure him from his problem… And the quest begins.
Haley Kate with ‘Sid Red Rim’ wrote an interesting and adventurous title that could easily become the beginning of new exciting book series. Her book will have appeal mostly on secondary grades kids who are not so young anymore not to be able enjoying some good frightening story.
And because of all mentioned, I can recommend ‘Sid Red Rim’ as not-so-long, easy-to-read, interesting and exciting piece of work for bit older children.
I was given a copy of this book by the author for the purpose of unbiased review, while all the presented information is based on my impressions.
March 30, 2016
The main character, Sid, is cursed and cannot sleep, and he can also see and speak to ghosts. That's part of his curse.
I think most young readers will really enjoy this book. They will quickly become enthralled with the characters and their stories
It is so well written it is a joy to have been asked to review it.
Even though it is set in a magical and ancient time, they will be able to relate to the character's dilemmas and issues.
Don't hesitate and grab a copy. It's well worth the read regardless of your age :)
I think most young readers will really enjoy this book. They will quickly become enthralled with the characters and their stories
It is so well written it is a joy to have been asked to review it.
Even though it is set in a magical and ancient time, they will be able to relate to the character's dilemmas and issues.
Don't hesitate and grab a copy. It's well worth the read regardless of your age :)
March 10, 2016
A wonderful story that made me feel better about my own insomnia!
This book was easy to read and hard to put down. Even though the characters were outcasts they were all relatable (though I'm not sure if that's just me).
As always the description was vivid, plot well thought out and the stories within the stories echoed Aesops and combining this with the themes of family and friendship made it a delight!
A great author with huge potential, would recommend.
This book was easy to read and hard to put down. Even though the characters were outcasts they were all relatable (though I'm not sure if that's just me).
As always the description was vivid, plot well thought out and the stories within the stories echoed Aesops and combining this with the themes of family and friendship made it a delight!
A great author with huge potential, would recommend.
April 9, 2016
Great quick read reminiscent of a Grimm fairy tale. Sid was born a happy child who slept a lot.
This bothered his mother Elsbeth.
Trying to help she makes things worse by visiting the witch from Tweed where they live.
Mrs. Crow gives Sid a potion and that is where this epic adventure begins.
Step back to a time of witches, dwarfs, castles and more as the author takes
readers on an adventure that will make you a fan
This bothered his mother Elsbeth.
Trying to help she makes things worse by visiting the witch from Tweed where they live.
Mrs. Crow gives Sid a potion and that is where this epic adventure begins.
Step back to a time of witches, dwarfs, castles and more as the author takes
readers on an adventure that will make you a fan
March 23, 2016
I loved this book!! I loved the characters, the story, the supernatural elements and I absolutely loved how the story progressed and ended so beautifully that it made me cry! Definitely recommending this to more people.
August 27, 2016
I received a free copy of this in exchange for an honest review.
A nice cast of characters and a nicely paced plot with a satisfying ending. Both dialogue and description very well and expertly written.
A nice cast of characters and a nicely paced plot with a satisfying ending. Both dialogue and description very well and expertly written.
April 1, 2016
Very good
This was a really good book that I enjoyed reading. It was interesting and fun to read. :) :) :)
This was a really good book that I enjoyed reading. It was interesting and fun to read. :) :) :)
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