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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fun read aloud for our India unit. I really enjoyed the relationships and character growth, but the ending left me somehow disappointed. The conversation on virtues is really the high moment, and I feel like the ending didn't do that conversation justice.
I really didn’t care about any of the characters.
And the story was convenient and predictable.
And the story was convenient and predictable.
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Interesting epic Indian fantasy. Not brilliant, but interesting.
A good story with a kind male lead, who makes mistakes and is willing to help others. Not a perfect book, but the storytelling was good and i like an adventure set in India.
Being Indian, I really should read more books set in India / by indian authors.
Loved this book so much. Amazing concept :)
Loved this book so much. Amazing concept :)
What an amazing adventure! A fantastic book, for the whole family.
The Conch Bearer wasn't as engaging as I would have liked. Having read many young adult books, this was my first venture in Indian culture. It had all the mystery and adventure that I enjoy in the genre, however for me, it's fantasy enjoyment couldn't compare to the likes of Harry Potter or The Goose Girl.
An admirable quote:
When Anand is asked to choose between three virtues.
An admirable quote:
When Anand is asked to choose between three virtues.
"I cannot choose just one. The three virtues are connected--one can't exist fully without the other. Without one, the others lose their flavor. Honesty without compassion is too harsh to do any good. Compassion without loyalty lacks power, so you can't help the people you care for. Loyalty without honesty may make you follow the wrong person, or the wrong cause."