The BFG

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.