Truesight

Rating:
Summary: Some compelling ideas, but underwhelming
Review: I like the idea of this book, but the ideasat its core were poorly developed, and logical details (like the lead's quite adjustment to the sighted world... even reading subtle facial expressions he'd never known about before!) distract. Plus, it's basically the exact same book as the vastly superior "The Giver." Still, worth the 90 minutes it takes to read.

Rating:
Summary: Another 'Giver'
Review: I would agree with some of the other reviewers; when I was reading this, less than halfway through I noticed the strong echoes of Lowry's "The Giver". I also was critical of the speed which he adjusted to his sight; surely his depth of sight would not have been developed and understood instantly. Between "The Giver" and "Truesight", "The Giver" is easily the superior book; however, this is a well-written story for children and they will surely understand the themes and intentions of the story. It explores ideas of free choice, the nature of love, hypocrisy, truth, the flow (or restriction) of information and education, and the meanings (good and bad) community.

Rating:
Summary: An excellent debut. Waiting for the next book.
Review: Slowly realizing you're different. Learning to accept it. Sharing the secret. Suffering the consequences. Wanting to fit in and yet not wanting to give up your "self."

Coming to see the weaknesses, lies, injustice, and hypocrisy of adults' and society.

Growing up.

Totalitarianism.

This book is about many things.

I understand there are two more to follow. I look forward to reading them.