Witness
Usually when we get books for this, we get them from local shops but I'll admit, I got this one online. And when it came in the mail and I leafed through it I was shocked. 'What???' was the only thing I could utter in my mind. I didn't realize I ordered a poem! But this was a fun read off the usual track!
I like that it was a quick read but you don't get quite as drawn in to the story since there's not much of an exposition or really much building throughout. I was expecting a little more high emotion drama but came to really appreciate the simple take of each character during the moment the reader is exposed to their mind.
I think I came to enjoy reading little Esther Hirsh's take on things the most. Her and Viola Pettibone. The book also provides a glossary of characters which is kind of fun!
I have to say it was a welcomed experience overall compared to the last one! It was nothing fantastic; I wouldn't probably remember to suggest it but I definitely put it down fondly.
Appearance: 4.5/5: The cover made me think it would be more thrilling; like a court case. It was still interesting and I enjoyed seeing people. It made it seem more authentic.
Readability: 4/5: This was an easy read. You could understand it and each part was short enough to endure any style of character.
My Points: 8.5/10: It was easy to read. Each character was unique in how they expressed their account. It lacked real depth and pace but you didn't lose interest. I wouldn't say it is critically acclaimed but it was a good read.
Total: 16.5/20
Usually when we get books for this, we get them from local shops but I'll admit, I got this one online. And when it came in the mail and I leafed through it I was shocked. 'What???' was the only thing I could utter in my mind. I didn't realize I ordered a poem! But this was a fun read off the usual track!
I like that it was a quick read but you don't get quite as drawn in to the story since there's not much of an exposition or really much building throughout. I was expecting a little more high emotion drama but came to really appreciate the simple take of each character during the moment the reader is exposed to their mind.
I think I came to enjoy reading little Esther Hirsh's take on things the most. Her and Viola Pettibone. The book also provides a glossary of characters which is kind of fun!
I have to say it was a welcomed experience overall compared to the last one! It was nothing fantastic; I wouldn't probably remember to suggest it but I definitely put it down fondly.
Appearance: 4.5/5: The cover made me think it would be more thrilling; like a court case. It was still interesting and I enjoyed seeing people. It made it seem more authentic.
Readability: 4/5: This was an easy read. You could understand it and each part was short enough to endure any style of character.
My Points: 8.5/10: It was easy to read. Each character was unique in how they expressed their account. It lacked real depth and pace but you didn't lose interest. I wouldn't say it is critically acclaimed but it was a good read.
Total: 16.5/20
