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A Wrinkle in Time (Time Quintet, #1)
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Okay, I haven’t read A Wrinkle in Time since fifth grade, so I was kind of nervous going into this. Yet, I was very pleasantly surprised, and I’m even more excited to see the new movie adaptation in March! I mean, this reads a little “old” and “simple” but it was still such a delight to read. I will say that I didn’t remember any of the religious/spiritual aspects that were woven in, so apparently fifth grade Melanie, who went to a Catholic school and everything, just pushed those out of her mind throughout the years.
The basic premise of A Wrinkle in Time, that I’m sure you all know, stars a young girl named Meg is one of four siblings in her family, and both of her parents are scientists. Meg and Charles are very intelligent, therefore outcasts, but where their twin siblings, who are of normal IQ, fit in just fine. One day, her father goes missing and Meg, Charles, and their new friend, Calvin, meet a very peculiar trio, who take them on an intergalactic adventure that they will never forget. They essentially travel by folding or “wrinkling” time.
Overall, this was a super enjoyable read, that totally did give me a swift kick in the nostalgia feels. Yet, I’m not sure how well it would hold up if this was your first time experiencing the story. I do feel like there is a little something here for everyone, and even though this is considered a middle grade book, I do think it holds up pretty well for most ages. And honestly? Even reading this in 2018, this is still a very unique book.
This is a story about love, and family, and faith, and being able to think for yourself. I can totally understand why this is a literary classic, and I’m so happy I reread it! And now I’m totally pumped for the movie!
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bookshelves: fantasy, classics, middle-grade, buddy-reads, read-in-2018, sci-fi
Dec 17, 2009
bookshelves: fantasy, classics, middle-grade, buddy-reads, read-in-2018, sci-fi
Read 2 times. Last read February 14, 2018 to February 15, 2018.
“It was a dark and stormy night...”
Okay, I haven’t read A Wrinkle in Time since fifth grade, so I was kind of nervous going into this. Yet, I was very pleasantly surprised, and I’m even more excited to see the new movie adaptation in March! I mean, this reads a little “old” and “simple” but it was still such a delight to read. I will say that I didn’t remember any of the religious/spiritual aspects that were woven in, so apparently fifth grade Melanie, who went to a Catholic school and everything, just pushed those out of her mind throughout the years.
The basic premise of A Wrinkle in Time, that I’m sure you all know, stars a young girl named Meg is one of four siblings in her family, and both of her parents are scientists. Meg and Charles are very intelligent, therefore outcasts, but where their twin siblings, who are of normal IQ, fit in just fine. One day, her father goes missing and Meg, Charles, and their new friend, Calvin, meet a very peculiar trio, who take them on an intergalactic adventure that they will never forget. They essentially travel by folding or “wrinkling” time.
Overall, this was a super enjoyable read, that totally did give me a swift kick in the nostalgia feels. Yet, I’m not sure how well it would hold up if this was your first time experiencing the story. I do feel like there is a little something here for everyone, and even though this is considered a middle grade book, I do think it holds up pretty well for most ages. And honestly? Even reading this in 2018, this is still a very unique book.
“There will no longer be so many pleasant things to look at if responsible people do not do something about the unpleasant ones.”
This is a story about love, and family, and faith, and being able to think for yourself. I can totally understand why this is a literary classic, and I’m so happy I reread it! And now I’m totally pumped for the movie!
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Reading Progress
Finished Reading
December 17, 2009
– Shelved
January 7, 2016
– Shelved as:
fantasy
March 30, 2016
– Shelved as:
classics
June 15, 2016
– Shelved as:
middle-grade
January 6, 2018
– Shelved as:
buddy-reads
January 6, 2018
– Shelved as:
read-in-2018
January 6, 2018
– Shelved as:
sci-fi
February 14, 2018
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Started Reading
February 15, 2018
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Finished Reading
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So glad you liked it! I can't wait to try it next month! I'm hoping to binge read the series.
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Melanie (Novel Descent) wrote: "So glad you liked it! I can't wait to try it next month! I'm hoping to binge read the series."I'll be honest, I haven't read this since fifth grade! Haha! So, it's been a hot second to say the least! But I'm going to buddy read it this Valentine's day with a dear friend, and then I can gush with you all in Life & Lit, too! I'm so happy this was your pick, Melanie! 💗xx
Great review, Melanie! This remains one of my favorite books because it had such a huge influence on my life. It's even more impressive when you think that back when this was written, it was pretty groundbreaking to have a female lead in a SciFi story. Meg is still one of my favorite protagonists because she showed that it was ok to be different.I'm excited for the movie too!
I saw the original movie years ago but im excited for the new one too. This series is sooooo good!
Colleen wrote: "Great review, Melanie! This remains one of my favorite books because it had such a huge influence on my life. It's even more impressive when you think that back when this was written, it was pretty..."Thank you so much, Colleen! And this comment warmed my heart. Thank you so much for taking the time to write it! I hope the movie blows up both away, which I have full expectations of! Hehe. Happy reading! 💘xx
Kaycee wrote: "Great review Melanie :)"Thank you so much, Kaycee love!💘xx
Rachel wrote: "I saw the original movie years ago but im excited for the new one too. This series is sooooo good!"THIS MAKES ME WANT TO READ ON! Ahhh! Thank you so much for this comment, Rachel! And I hope you're having the happiest of reading! 💘xx
Melanie wrote: "Rachel wrote: "I saw the original movie years ago but im excited for the new one too. This series is sooooo good!"THIS MAKES ME WANT TO READ ON! Ahhh! Thank you so much for this comment, Rachel! ..."
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I love your comment about a wrinkle in time and I think authors will be able to make sure that the world willl no
LOL I WANNT TO READ IT SO BAD! I watched the movie but its never as good as the book. you know?
