Puffin Books Beyond the Bright Sea

正直、もう少しエンディングが映画っぽかったら★が増えたと思います、物語なのですから。題材が、20世紀初頭にLeprosy(ハンセン病)の病棟として使用していた実在の島、米国マサチューセッツ州州にあるPenikese島。主人公の，Crowは対岸の島、Cuttyhunk島に生まれて間もなく流れ着き、肉親ではない親代わりの大人と暮らしています。Penikese島、Cuttyhunk島、当時の大きな港町であったNew Bedfordの三拠点で、物語が流れますが、本の前半4分の一くらいは話がダラダラと続く感じ。その後だんだんGrippingなシーンなってきます。エンディングが期待していたのと異なったので、心地よい感動と後味はあるものの、作者の現実主義的な側面がにじみ出た感じがしました。且つちょっと最後が尻切れな感じでした。作者の他の作品も読んで彼女のテイストを知りたいです。

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Absolutely beautifully written.This is children's literature at its finest. If Beyond the Bright Sea doesn't win an award, I honestly don't know what will. Crow's story tugs at your heart at all times and has so many deep lessons for everyone of all ages, relating to family, fear, greed and more. I have read Wolk's Wolf Hollow, and I really loved it as well but Beyond the Bright Sea, is my favourite. This is an absolute must in classrooms, especially for middle schoolers. I am sure Crow's story will stay with readers, close to their hearts, for a long, long time. Hats off to Wolk, she is truly a gifted writer who has gained yet another fan!

What an amazing book!! From the moment I started reading it I knew that this book was going to hold a part of my heart between its pages. The style of writing is very simple yet it makes an impact. The important lesson that comes across in this book is how sometimes we need to know and come in terms with our past to finally move on.

I got Beyond the Bright Sea for my sister, and she really enjoyed it! The story is beautifully written, full of heart, and wonderfully immersive. She loved the vivid setting and the strong, memorable characters. It’s a book that draws you in and keeps you reading, with just the right mix of mystery and emotion. A meaningful, captivating read — highly recommend for anyone who loves heartfelt, character-driven stories! 📖✨