Taufiq’s review of The Giver (The Giver, #1) > Likes and Comments
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Seems like something too dark Taufiq. Don’t think I have it in me to read it.
This sounds chilling and unsettling, amazing review Taufiq!
You made a great highlight of the dark side of utopia as well as the points where this book missed the mark and could have been bigger. Great review, Taufiq 😃
Excellent review, Taufiq! This book keeps appearing in my feed, maybe it's a sign...
gorgeous review as always! Makes me want to reread it to see if my thoughts on it have changed since middle school
As ever, a great piece of reviewing Taufiq :)
This was one of my kids books that truly moved me. I see your points, but for where my kid was (and me) at the time that we read it, it was a thoughtful read. It's a great classic for the young ones.
I read this review with great interest! This book reminded me of the Spartans even though they were different, and a little of The Stepford Wives. What a cold, programmed, colourless society this is.
I rather live in this highly imperfect world with all its problems, but that's just me, lol!
You make some excellent points, Taufiq. I do agree with Barbara, though, in that my first reading of this one had such an impact. I award all the stars for that.🌟
Your thoughts made this in to a perfect book discussion selection, Taufiq. Lots of things to consider. Thank you. ☺️
Interesting review Taufiq. I've not read this but the themes of "sameness" and of enforced equality have been explored by other authors. (Is there any theme in literature that hasn't)? Yevgeny Zamyatin's novel "We" and Kurt Vonnegut's short story "Harrison Bergeron" are two that come to mind.
A nice personal touch in relating the book to your own adolescence.
What a stunning and elaborate review. I loved going through your thought process about this novel. Very beautiful review.
You bring up valid points, Taufiq! Lois Lowry is a master at planting seeds as food for thought. Her stories generate important conversation across all ages!🤩
Very thought provoking! Thanks for sharing your perspective!
This sounds like such an interesting premise to explore! I’ve not come across this one before but based on the comments, I seem to be the only one!
This was required reading in elementary school and I remember enjoying it. It would be interesting to reread it as an adult and see if it has the same impact. I think not. Thanks for the nudge to check this one out again.
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Seems like something too dark Taufiq. Don’t think I have it in me to read it.
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This sounds chilling and unsettling, amazing review Taufiq!
You made a great highlight of the dark side of utopia as well as the points where this book missed the mark and could have been bigger. Great review, Taufiq 😃
Excellent review, Taufiq! This book keeps appearing in my feed, maybe it's a sign...
gorgeous review as always! Makes me want to reread it to see if my thoughts on it have changed since middle school
As ever, a great piece of reviewing Taufiq :)
This was one of my kids books that truly moved me. I see your points, but for where my kid was (and me) at the time that we read it, it was a thoughtful read. It's a great classic for the young ones.
I read this review with great interest! This book reminded me of the Spartans even though they were different, and a little of The Stepford Wives. What a cold, programmed, colourless society this is.I rather live in this highly imperfect world with all its problems, but that's just me, lol!
You make some excellent points, Taufiq. I do agree with Barbara, though, in that my first reading of this one had such an impact. I award all the stars for that.🌟
Your thoughts made this in to a perfect book discussion selection, Taufiq. Lots of things to consider. Thank you. ☺️
Interesting review Taufiq. I've not read this but the themes of "sameness" and of enforced equality have been explored by other authors. (Is there any theme in literature that hasn't)? Yevgeny Zamyatin's novel "We" and Kurt Vonnegut's short story "Harrison Bergeron" are two that come to mind.A nice personal touch in relating the book to your own adolescence.
What a stunning and elaborate review. I loved going through your thought process about this novel. Very beautiful review.
You bring up valid points, Taufiq! Lois Lowry is a master at planting seeds as food for thought. Her stories generate important conversation across all ages!🤩
Very thought provoking! Thanks for sharing your perspective!
This sounds like such an interesting premise to explore! I’ve not come across this one before but based on the comments, I seem to be the only one!
This was required reading in elementary school and I remember enjoying it. It would be interesting to reread it as an adult and see if it has the same impact. I think not. Thanks for the nudge to check this one out again.
