5.0 out of 5 stars
A Whole New World, 6 Jan 2012
This review is from: Mr. Planemaker's Flying Machine (Kindle Edition) I had heard great things about this book which was the main reason I had picked it up and decided to read it. It is written as a childrens book but it is also very enjoyable for those of us who are still young at heart.
Right from the beginning of the story I felt I was part of the family and I instantly cared for them. The writer really draws you in to the lives of the 2 children and teh father while keeping the mother almost distant but still in the forefront so it is obvious that although she features a lot in the beginning she is not going to be a main character throughout. As the story progressed I thought I had it figured out and knew what was coming next but I was wrong, something happens (I don't want to say for spoilers) that made me wonder where on earth Shelagh was taking us! Never would I have imagined that the children would be transported into "Hardware Land" a place where the time moves faster than in the real world (like going in to Narnia) so they can spend months there training for a special mission, which ultimately helps them deal with their problems back home, without their mother ever knowing. It's a wonderful story with morals and life lessons perfect for children. My personal favourite's from the story were the characters names and the little quotes at the top of each chapter.
There is so much I could say about this book, it is very well written, it is marvelously imaginative, extremely enjoyable and lots of fun
). I recommend this book to anyone who wants to be a child again!
I can't wait to read the sequel
Mr. Planemaker's Diving Machine
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