The front cover of this Heinemann book represents an abstract like drawing of an angel like creature maybe drawn by a two year old child. This tells us that it could be a sci-fi or thriller book maybe containing a murder. The picture shows the angelic like creature with what looks like wings sprouting from its back. It has a picture of a garage window in the background which might tell us where the angel like creature lives. This cover contains bright colours and some dark colours and shows that there will be very few comedy.
The title of this book is the name of the mane character SKELLIG which sounds like it could be a thriller and that it would catch someone?s attention.
The first sentence of the book tells the reader that it is a thriller or horror book. It also shows some powerful friendship scenes with the two lead characters Michael and Mina.
The particular strength of this book is its meaning.
The author, (David Almond) describes Skellig ?face was as pale as dry plaster?
?His face is as pale as dry plaster? (pg15)
This says that he may be old and that he doesn?t lead a very healthy life.
The book is read in 1st person throughout but it is very enjoyable. The content of this Heinemann book includes feelings being let out and strong sadness moments.
The book has tensional suspense and cliff-hangers but is Very enjoyable for any reader.
Michael's family has just moved into a house that is not in very good condition. The garage, or shed, out back is even worse. In the dilapidated garage, Michael hears movement, and digging through the dirt and junk, he finds a creature that seems to be part man and part bird or angel. He and his new friend Mina, who loves anything with wings, visit Skellig and bring him food (Chinese take-away, drink (brown ale), and medicine (cod liver oil capsules). Michael's baby sister is ill and may be dying, but an operation might help her. As the children get to know and help Skellig, they have some magical moments together. And somehow Skellig is able to help the baby, too. Told in lyrical prose, this unusual tale has a magic of its own.
I would recommend this book for an age range between 7-14 but I would recommend it for any age. It is a very enjoyable book that would be enjoyed by any age and that would keep the reader reading. I thought that the book was amazingly exiting and that anybody who reads it will enjoy it. This is one of the best and most touching book I have ever read.
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