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Summary: Not like the others.
Review: This book is so fresh--so different that sometimes it depresses me to think that I will never find another one like it. The characters are so different and interesting that just reading about them will be enough to want more. And the plot is interesting too. Sophie, the main character is changed into an old lady when the horrible "Witch of the Waste" decides that she is "in the way". Accepting, without too much regret, her new shape, Sophie travels to seek her fortune but instead stumbles upon Howl's moving castle, the home of the "evil" wizard Howl who, rumor had it, would steal and eat young girls' hearts. Being old and thus free of danger from this "terrible" wizard Sophie enters the castle and the adventures begin. My favorite part of the book is Howl's character--how he's so vain, but kind, despite his efforts to hide it, and how his bad temper sometimes gets away with him--which leads to better reading. Read it. You won't be disappointed.
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Summary: I laugh just thinking about it
Review: No matter your age, this book is a gem. Not only is it completely hilarious, but the characters are some of the most full-fleshed and wonderful to make an appearance in ANY genre of literature. Sophie is strong and prematurely cantankerous, Howl is dizzyingly unpredictable, and Calcifer has more personality than one would ever expect from a fire demon. And to top it off, the book takes place in multiple worlds, from the realm of fairy tales to our own, and handles each one with verve and subtle wit. Jones's style of writing is appealing to both the younger and the older set of readers alike, and both will take something different from the experience. Admittedly, the plot is sometimes impossible to follow. A common trait of Diana Wynne Jones's writing is her tendency to assume that the reader understands what she is trying to say, when in fact the reader hasn't a clue. Nonetheless, this book is packed with magic, humor, and loveable characters. What more can a reader of fantasy ask for?
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Summary: Howl's Moving Castle
Review: At first when I started to read the book, I was skeptical. You see the cover and think, "Oh great, another Sci-Fi book". This one isn't like that at all. It's kind of a cross between Lloyd Alexander and J. K. Rowlings, which makes for a very excellent choice if you're into that sort of book. The book deals greatly with magic, for everyone out there who is interested in that. It is also a twist between medieval times AND the 17th Century AND the ninties in some parts. Although in some parts the book might be a little bit difficult to comprehend, if you re-read the part once or twice, you will get it.
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Summary: The Best Book I've Ever Read!
Review: This is, quite simply, the best book I have ever read. I read it first when I was about 12 and have loved it ever since. It is the story of Sophie, the eldest of three sisters who believes that she will never do anything with her life. Through a case of mistaken identity she is transformed into an elderly woman and is forced to leave her old life to seek her fortune in the world. She bullies her way into a magical castle owned by the wizard Howl. Sophie makes friends with Howl's assistant Michael and his Fire Demon Calcifer and together they help Howl to beat the wicked Witch of the Waste. The best thing about this book is the writing, which brings it all to life, particularly when Howl takes Sophie and Michael to visit his sister in Wales. The whole book is fantastic and I have now read it so many times I think I will have to buy a new copy as the old one is looking decidedly the worse for wear. I would recommend this book for anyone who has read other stories by the same author or anyone who just wants to read something exciting and entertaining.
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Summary: I Simply Loved It !
Review: THis is one of my favorite books! This is one of Dianna Wynne Jones' best. I mean it. The characters are hilariously funny. I love Sophie and Howl. Howl's tantrums, and the way he is so not like an ordinary wizard. Sophie is definitely not a failure. She is great! Calcifer is loveable. With his blue hair, and Howl's coal lump of a heart. This book was just amazing. I've read it four times, and the characters and plot never bore me!
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Summary: Wonderful! Simply Wonderful!
Review: I really enjoyed the book. I thought that is was one of the best I have read in years. Diana Wynne Jones writes these books so well. You almost feel like you are in the story. Sophie and Howl are so funny. It was neat how when she was old she had more corage to do the things she wanted to do. Howl and his hair! It was fun the way he colored his hair ginger and pulled a tantrum.
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Summary: Well, what can I say?
Review: This is just my favorite book ever. Don't ask why- just read it. I'm always rereading this book again and again cause it's too good! And I always notice something new. This book is set in a world of fantasy where the words "WElsh Rugby" seem mysterious. A curse is made up of John Donne's lovely poem, SONG (Go and catch a falling star), as the wizard Howl, despite living in an imaginary world, comes from ours. THere are wizards, witches, kings, spells, castles, fire demons, invisible cloaks, seven-league boots, and much, much more! This book is not the least bit boring and while kids enjoy it (as i did) so do adults (me again!)
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Summary: An outstanding story!
Review: "Howl's Moving Castle" is one of my favorite bookswritten by Diana Wynne Jones. Infact, I read my copy again yesterdayand this afternoon I finished its sequel, "Castle in theAir." Both are good books, but of course most of hers are!
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Summary: Diana Wynne Jones IS A GODDESS!
Review: Diana Wynne Jones is my absolute, undyingly favorite author! Howl's Moving Castle is the first book I ever read by her, and it changed my whole perspective on fantasy. Howl's Moving Castle remains my favorite book, though it is closely followed by A Tale Of Time City and Aunt Maria.EVERYBODY, READ ALL OF HER BOOKS! EACH AND EVERY ONE OF THEM ARE FANTASTIC! I MEAN IT! READ ALL OF THEM!
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Summary: ** A REAL fantasy book **
Review: I am a reader of many fantasy books, and Diana Wynne Jones is one of my favorites because of her mysterious aspect of fantasy. One of the things I found so interesting and refreshing in this lovely tale, was the strong sense of irony I felt for the main character. All throughtout the book, she hobbles and cackles as an old woman of 70 or so. What a brilliant and hillarious idea! This book is definitely a fantasy classic.
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