Lots of reviews have been written about the book. Below are some examples. Now that you've read the book, write your own short review (no more than 3 sentences) summing up what you think of this book.
"How Ivan confronts his harrowing past yet stays true to his nature exemplifies everything youngsters need to know about courage. … Utterly believable, this bittersweet story, complete with an author's note identifying the real Ivan, will inspire a new generation of advocates."
- Kirkus Reviews
"Applegate makes a powerful statement about the treatment of animals–especially those living in captivity–and reminds readers that all creatures deserve a safe place to call home. (...) the characters will capture readers' hearts and never let go. A must-have."
- School Library Journal
"This book will break your heart—and then, against all odds, mend it again. Such a gentle fantasy is rare; such an evocation of our need to grow, to be free, to become our best selves, is rarer still. In cheering for Ivan and his friends, we cheer for our own humanity and our own possibilities. Read this."
- Gary D. Schmidt, National Book Award finalist, Okay for Now
"A beautifully written, intelligent, and brave book. You will never look at the relationship of humans and animals in the same way again. Quite simply, this story is life-changing."
- Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medalist for Sarah, Plain and Tall
A story of intelligence , bravery and kind hearted gorilla. A story that will rip your heart apart and mend it again. Heart touching story, that will make your tears come dribbling down your face.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful, amazing characters. A touching story that weaves all things good and bad together to create the story of a gorilla. Just fascinating.
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DeleteInteresting topic. I think it had to have less of a set setting though. But i thought it had an unique choice of characters.
ReplyDeleteIt was absolutely JOYFUL! It will actually make your heart tear apart and see bubbly waterfall flowing down you smooth face.
ReplyDeleteit was a great, heart braking story and a creative bunch of characters:)
ReplyDeleteA book where all good things come with a price. Beautiful and heartbreaking.
ReplyDeleteA book heartbreaking sentences, and when happiness comes to life.
ReplyDeletea lovely book and a lovely character
ReplyDeletean amazing book gets you excetied and sad but its a very good story. :D
ReplyDeleteThe book was sad with a spark of joy and great personality's behind the characters.
ReplyDeleteA book filled with heartache and triumph, tenderness and tears.
ReplyDeleteits a really good book i've read it before but it was still amazing,it starts as a sad story but ends out to be happy and awesome!!!!
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