UncoveredMyths reviewed The Arm of the Starfish by Madeleine L'Engle (O'Keefe Family (1))
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3 stars
What ages would I recommend it too? – Twelve and up.
Length? – Two evenings read.
Characters? – Several.
Setting? – Lisbon and nearby islands.
Written approximately? – 1968
Does the story leave questions in the readers mind? – Yes
Any issues the author (or a more recent publisher) should cover? This novel was set during the Cold War. many references and thought processes will not be understood by those who haven't studied the Cold War.
Short storyline: Adam flies to the island and is intercepted by one spy in a scientific health battle. Dr. O'Keefe's daughter is kidnapped. In order to get her back, Adam promises to spy for the one power hungry side. In the end, Adam spies for both sides.
Notes for the reader: The portrayal of Adam in this novel is contrary to his portrayal in earlier and later books. He would not be so naive, …
What ages would I recommend it too? – Twelve and up.
Length? – Two evenings read.
Characters? – Several.
Setting? – Lisbon and nearby islands.
Written approximately? – 1968
Does the story leave questions in the readers mind? – Yes
Any issues the author (or a more recent publisher) should cover? This novel was set during the Cold War. many references and thought processes will not be understood by those who haven't studied the Cold War.
Short storyline: Adam flies to the island and is intercepted by one spy in a scientific health battle. Dr. O'Keefe's daughter is kidnapped. In order to get her back, Adam promises to spy for the one power hungry side. In the end, Adam spies for both sides.
Notes for the reader: The portrayal of Adam in this novel is contrary to his portrayal in earlier and later books. He would not be so naive, and just let things happen to and around him.
