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5.0 out of 5 stars Goodnight Mr Tom - a book for life?!, 30 Dec 2002

By	C. Robson (Mayfair, London, England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Goodnight Mr Tom (Library Binding)

I HAD to write a review on here.
I first read this book when I was about 10 and, 20 years later, still have the tatty copy which was once so shiny and new.
In all my years, in all the books I have read, I have never read a childrens book as powerful as this. Magorian draws from the reader a depth of emotions from joy through to utter despair as she takes you on the journey of two people saving each other from their hellish loneliness.

If you saw the film and are looking at this review thinking "maybe, I'll get it", stop thinking and go for it!
If you hated the film... well... what can I say? I hated it too which broke my heart as I was expecting a film as strong as the book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This book will take you on an emotional rollercoaster., 10 Jun 1998

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William Beech and his relationship with Mr. Tom shows the reader the meaning of true love and what entails a family. This compelling story of an abused child finding comfort, safety, and love through this old man can encourage and give hope to others similar to Wil. This book is not only entertaining but powerful, displaying life events that most people face: starting a new life, making friends, death, and more. Readers who come to know this story will not be disappointed! I enjoyed reading this book because I could really relate to some of the things that Wil had to face. The way this book was written also helped me to feel apart of the book. A good book is when the story (its style, characters, setting, and plot) touches all the senses, which Goodnight, Mr. Tom does. It contains dialogue with words that help the reader understand the character's dialect and as a result, the reader becomes emersed into the setting of the book. Goodnight, Mr. Tom can also be used as a tool to reach all audiences--young children to adults. This book will take the reader on an emotional rollercoaster--from laughter to sadness to weariness to joy. I highly recommend this story for all ages.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The book takes the reader on an emotional journey, 9 Jun 1998

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Honestly, I was not looking forward to reading this book (it was required reading for a literature class). I was pleasantly surprised. The book uniquely evokes a wide array of emotions. For example, while reading this book, I comparatively felt the anxiety Will had when first meeting Mr. Tom. I similarly felt Mr. Tom's growing endearment to Will. I also felt the anger and pain associated with the subsequent events leading to Will's hospitalization. The story, as it were, "was a roller-coaster of emotions." The book did not allow me to stop; I was caught up in wanting to know "what is going to happen next?" Although some of the episodes within the narrative were borderline believable, the way in which the author wrote the story (intricate detail placed in the emotions of the characters, their interactions with one another etc.) allowed me to believe the story. Another reason for my interest in the book is my identification with Will, the protagonist. Even though my experiences at that age were not as drastic as his, I could relate to his lack of confidence; I was very timid and afraid of making mistakes. The examples aforementioned cannot justify the quality of Good Night Mr. Tom. I highly recommend this book.

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Published on 23 May 2006 by P. Quilty

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Night Mr Tom! Best Book!
Goodnight Mr Tom is a extremely poingnant and touching story.
Willie Beech is evacuated from the country and stays with Mr Tom Oakley, a widowed and cantankerous man. Read more

Published on 17 April 2006 by Ms. R. Singh

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This a fanastic book and i can fully understand why it is regarded as a children's classic. I loved the entire story and i found it very hard to put the book down. Read more

Published on 2 Mar 2006 by shawnaomi

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
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Published on 21 Feb 2006 by auntieweesa

3.0 out of 5 stars The book was good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This book was all about William Beech being evacuated frlom London to little weirworld.A little English village in the country.Mr Oakley or Mrt Tom as will calls him. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for use in school
As a teacher of 9 - 11 year olds I highly recommend that you read this text. I use it when we are studying Britain since the 1930's. Read more

Published on 18 Jan 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars It's the best book EVER!!
Once you've started reading it you won't be able to put it down!! It's such a good book.

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