A Review of Twisted Wing by Molly Atkinson Yr11

The story is very intriguing and once you start reading you can’t seem to put it down. I really enjoyed all the plot turns and how the author makes you read in-between the lines. It makes you think and then question what you think.

The book is mainly set at Cambridge University and follows the murders of a group of students there. One of the main characters seems to be linked to everything, and one by one the group of friends get killed off. It can be very graphic at times as the author describes the murders in great detail.

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys quite gruesome books or anyone who likes a good old fashioned case to solve. I probably would say that this book is more suited to KS4 (because of the graphics that the author depicts). Over all this book is a must read in my opinion and is one that many people will enjoy, I would definitely recommend it.

 

 

A Step Back In Time by Amelia

Over the years so many brilliant books have won the Carnegie Medal. One of my favourite things each year when taking part in the Carnegie Shadowing Group is looking back at past winners. This year I selected Bog Child by Siobhan Dowd.

Set against the troubled background of 1980s Ireland Fergus discovers hidden in the bog the body of a child. It appears to be murdered. As the story unfurls the bog child becomes a companion to Fergus’s conflicted mind. Written by the immensely talented Siobhan Dowd this lyrical tale weaves entwining tales to create a unique and powerful tale. The story is a fascinating insight into Ireland’s past. Dowd takes the period of the Troubles and brings it to life through her detailed characters.  Dowd’s characters are enthralling, their hopes and dreams beautifully expressed. The Bog Child is a thrilling, beautiful, disturbing read. It is a modern day fable exploring the joys and difficulties of growing up. We are swept on a journey through time, place and mind.