The BFG
Ratings248
Average rating4.2
I hate books that purposely use improper grammar. It is impossible to get into the story, and I focus more on the stupidity of the grammar than on the storyline.
Excellent, endearing. Great messaging for kiddos, and very funny for adults.
I is love this book.
Roald Dahl's clever tale is written in a winning combination of “langwitches”: common English and giant-speak. The frequency of nonsensical words only elevates the level of amusement, and the entertainingly expressive nature of the BFG makes this a choice book to read aloud. “The BFG” is better than “The Twits” and a wonderful introduction to Dahl's artful storytelling.
I wasn't a huge fan of this book but I do see how it would inspire wonder for a younger audience. My brother really enjoyed the novel and I'm glad it gave him an enjoyment for reading.
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I really like this book . It's a very enjoyable story, but just short of epic. Certain areas may not be as fulfilling as they could have been. I'm not quite as captivated or blown away, but still had a great experience. I'd recommend this book to others and continue reading from this author. I would probably re-read it.
Lo releí y (lo siento por aquel que si le gustó) me aburrió, lo había leído hace mucho y ahora que lo leí de nuevo no sentí que la historia fuera muy interesante (Puede ser por que ya no soy una niña, pero he leído otras historias para niños que aunque tienen una historia parecida a esta me han llegado a interesar) :/
De los personajes puedo decir que si me gustaron y que aunque no me atrajo la historia, me gustó recordar el tiempo en donde leí este libro.
Add this book immediately to your Must-Read list. What kid would not like this book? This book has everything...warm, lovable characters...wicked monsters...royalty...action...kindness...humor of the sophisticated type as well as humor of the loud body noises type....I'm adding this today to my list of best reads ever.
Loved Sophie and the love between her and BFG. This book makes me very nostalgic.
I finally re-read this as an adult, and wow I completely forgot everything that happened in the second half. It was fun to experience it again like it was new. There are a few moments that reinforce rigid gender stereotypes that I could obviously do without, but otherwise it's an extremely charming story. I started reading the physical book but borrowed the audiobook from my library to make some progress while running around town. Boy was that the best decision ever. The audiobook is absolutely fantastic. The narrator really brings the characters to life and makes you feel like they are real people talking. I also found myself completely dying at the posh accents. I listened to The Royal Breakfast chapter twice cause it was that well narrated. There is so much whimsy and imagination on every page. Somehow the giants speak wildly nonsensically, making up words as they go, yet it's so easy to follow along. Not to mention the BFG exclaiming “Oh, Ruler of Straight Lines!” when meeting Queen of England had me in stitches. Overall, I highly recommend this book for both kids and adults.
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Another childhood favorite that I remember fondly but definitely need to reread.
Reading this so I can practice my giant voice and to get to grips with the nonsense-words in preparation for reading this to my daughter. Can't wait.
I decided to re-read this since the movie is coming in a couple of weeks, and I forgot how great it is. While I was reading, I would randomly read sentences out loud to my husband because they giant's language is so entertaining and can't go unshared. This is definitely my favorite Roald Dahl book. I can't wait to see the movie now.
1996- Read to my third grade class during reading time after recess. Don't remember much about the book but I know we listen to Mrs. Doxsee read all the Roald Rahl books that year during reading time.