Rating: Summary: Great Book Review: The book was great if you like science fiction. It is fast pace and exiting. The description of uncle Ambros's weirs mutated animals is great. The playhous is where most of the plot is. Time goes faster in the playhouse and that is how most of the farm animals died. There is a portal in the playhouse that spits out weird objects such as used tissue, bugs, or silver mouths. Overall this is just a great book.
Rating: Summary: Fantastic Fantasy Review: The first thing I would like to say is that don't listen to those other reviewers. I cannot ever in my wildest imaginations understand why people would think Sleator's writing especially his good stuff like this one is "slow" or "not realistic". These people don't know what they are talking about. Because 1st the Theoretical Physics in all of his books are well published and reputed theories and facts. And 2nd he is just an amazing author.As for this book...I cannot explain how important it is that you read this book. "Singularity" is one of the first I read and to this day one of if not the Best of all of Sleators works. You really feel what Harry is going through with his brother and his motivations. When Harry goes through his schedule you are there with him and, it's amazing, it made me want to go improve myself like that the change that takes place is so great. If you don't read anything else by this author then read this book. It WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE. I cried when towards the end. Enjoy this book.
Rating: Summary: Emotional! Review: The first thing I would like to say is that don't listen to those other reviewers. I cannot ever in my wildest imaginations understand why people would think Sleator's writing especially his good stuff like this one is "slow" or "not realistic". These people don't know what they are talking about. Because 1st the Theoretical Physics in all of his books are well published and reputed theories and facts. And 2nd he is just an amazing author. As for this book...I cannot explain how important it is that you read this book. "Singularity" is one of the first I read and to this day one of if not the Best of all of Sleators works. You really feel what Harry is going through with his brother and his motivations. When Harry goes through his schedule you are there with him and, it's amazing, it made me want to go improve myself like that the change that takes place is so great. If you don't read anything else by this author then read this book. It WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE. I cried when towards the end. Enjoy this book.
Rating: Summary: The sci-fi is just icing on the cake Review: The last time I read this book was probably about 10 years ago, and plausible or not, the sci-fi time warp aspect of it is not what has stuck with me all these years. What I remember most (and loved best) was the development of the relationship between the brothers and how the picked-on brother became a mature, thoughtful human being through self-discipline, meditation, physical strengthening and intense study. It was a wonderful message about what is possible for the dedicated under-dog, and how very simple and accessible the tools for self-improvement are.
Rating: Summary: ** An incredible combination of mystery and sci-fi ** Review: This book has what I look for in a brilliant, and intriguing science fiction. And I am an extremely picky person when it comes to that section of the libarary. Not only does this book have a mysterious viewpoint of time, but to me it is also a record of a young adult in strife of individuality. I find it refreshing when a complex book such as this, shares a companionship with everyday emotional struggles. To me it makes everything that much more bearable and understandable. If you like Science Fiction or not, this will be an all around keeper.
Rating: Summary: A Little Slower, and a Little Nore Serious, Than His Others Review: This book is a bit slower and has a less quirky tone to it. It is still definitely Sleator through and through, but it is a bit more serious. I didn't like it as much as "Tycho" or "Interstellar Pig," but it is still a good read. Note that it is quite short, so the quantity of book per dollar is a bit small, but it is excellent for children who like quirky fiction. It is also suitable for interesting fluff for thos adults who want light reading.
Rating: Summary: A Little Slower, and a Little Nore Serious, Than His Others Review: This book is a bit slower and has a less quirky tone to it. It is still definitely Sleator through and through, but it is a bit more serious. I didn't like it as much as "Tycho" or "Interstellar Pig," but it is still a good read. Note that it is quite short, so the quantity of book per dollar is a bit small, but it is excellent for children who like quirky fiction. It is also suitable for interesting fluff for thos adults who want light reading.
Rating: Summary: William Sleator's best book Review: This book is at the top of the list of books written by William Sleator. He shows a delicate relationship between two brothers, while placing it in a mystery that involves time and space and the relativity of both. It inspired me to be a Physics major, by showing me a new world where time and space are not quite as easily defined as we may like to think.
Rating: Summary: EXCELLENT BOOK Review: This book is definitely one of my favorites! I first started reading it on my way to a vacation on the beach and refused to go anywhere or do anything until I found out what happened with the twins. I think it is an excellent book for all ages and I have recommended it to people young and old
Rating: Summary: It was an exellent book! Review: This book is great. I thought while reading this book that I was actually inside the playhouse. This book expanded my imagination. I recondmend this book to whoever likes science fiction.
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