Inkspell by Cornelia Funke Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Inkspell
Book Review: Become part of the story!
Summary: 4 Stars
I finally finished InkSpell. I have to say, I'm a bit disappointed. Not in the story- the story was good! However, for some reason, this book wasn't able to hold my interest. If I get into a book, I can't put it down. I will stop all other activities (watching TV, hanging out, internet surfing, etc) to curl up and read my book. My typical pace is 1-3 days to read through a book. This one took me weeks! I don't understand, because it was a truly good story.
I will admit that Cornelia Funke is the master of dragging things out. Events for which a couple of pages would suffice were chapters long! As with InkHeart, she seems to be determined to kick off every chapter with a quote from a book. Again, a nice idea, but she uses random quotes which are completely irrelevant to the plot. Of the entire book, however, those seemed to be the only things that made me dislike it. I would like to better understand what an "Inkspell" is. It is mentioned almost in passing in the book, "Doesn't that sound like an inkspell?" but that was all! You can't name a book after something and then never tie it in!
I like how the book isn't all from one point of view. The chapters cycle through each primary character, presenting what is going on with them. This does make the story longer, but it makes it nice because you can be in on any action taking place with any of the characters in InkWorld. I love the characters too! They're all so unique! And the names! Dustfinger, Silvertongue, Two-fingers, Cloud Dancer, the Adderhead... Everyone has a name that signifies what they do (i.e. Cloud Dancer is a tightrope walker).
The story is fascinating, focusing in on the ability to read a person into a story and then trying to get through the story and back home. Unfortunately for the character, the story has developed a mind of its own, so getting home is harder than originally planned. It's a great adventure in a fantastic world, and personally I'd give anything to be in a similar situation!
I honestly don't know if I would recommend this story. On the one hand, it is a great story. It has an interesting plot, unique characters, an interesting setting and lots of adventure. On the other hand, it took me longer to read this book than any other has in a long time because it wouldn't engage me. Perhaps I'm just not in the mood for this genre right now? I'll hold off on reading InkDeath for now and see if I enjoy it more when I'm in more of a fantasy mood.
Book Review: Best Book Ever
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the best book ever. It was written wonderfully and was extremely hard to put down. The only thing that I think could have been better is the ending. Now, don't get me wrong, I love the book, but it could have ended with a bit more closing.
However, it's the middle book in a trilogy, so it's okay, however anoying it may be.
Book Review: Best Book I ever read
Summary: 5 Stars
Knowing some of Funke's other work, I bought this book (and Inkheart) for my hard to buy for nephew, who is 11. He read both books in under 3 days and sent me a thank you note stating "These are the best books I've ever read!". I'm now in the 'cool aunt' category! I may even ask to read them myself with recomendations like that!Book Review: Better than Inkheart
Summary: 4 Stars
I had to drag myself through Inkheart. Yes the language was beautiful. Either it was that way in the original or the translator is gifted, but the story was excruciatingly paced. And the idea of a character going into or out of a book seemed a bit of a lift from Jasper Fforde but without the wit. Yes, I understand Fforde writes for adults and Funke for children, but the children I teach would never pull themselves through Inkheart. However, I went back to try Inkstone and found a wonderfully different book. The pacing had improved and the plot as is said-thickens. I am not fond of Meggie but I do enjoy the other characters. I might even have a student or two, really one, who might read the book, but adult readers can appreciate the structure of the language of the text. A worthy read.Book Review: Book Lover
Summary: 5 Stars
I adore Funke's writing style--her imagination is incredible. It's hard to believe she wrote this in German first!! If you like this book, try Audience for Eienstien by Mark Wakely. You'll LOVE it!