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Liked It “This was a book club read for my 15yr old last year which he begged me to read. My 11yr old recently finished it and said I had to read it too so I finally broke down and did it. I enjoyed it for what it was which is a simple coming of age story set in feudal Japan. While the author obviously...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“This was a book club read for my 15yr old last year which he begged me to read. My 11yr old recently finished it and said I had to read it too so I finally broke down and did it. I enjoyed it for what it was which is a simple coming of age story set in feudal Japan. While the author obviously (and admittedly) weaves some of her own lore into that of the ninjas, she also did her research and added a lot of historical details on how they would have achieved their feats interwoven with the superstitions of the time. Cute, quick read. ”
4boyz4me wrote this review 2 weeks ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“so far it is a great book”
tim B wrote this review Monday, August 10 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Good, fast read--adventurous.”
Mrs. Branham, CHS Library Media Specialist wrote this review Friday, February 6 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“(2004) 252 pages
GEPLYS Historical wrote this review Thursday, August 21 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
After failing in his apprenticeship to a master dye-maker, a job that should have gone to his twin brother, twelve-year-old Koji runs away from his Japanese village. He is found by the ninja that live on the mountains near his village and forced to stay with them, training to become another rebel against their corrupt samurai ruler. Koji’s story includes much detail about the methods of training for ninja warfare. Even after Koji whole-heartedly joins the ninjas, he worries about the family he left behind. When he learns their village was destroyed by fire, he must fine out the fate of his family. While Blue Fingers does not have a “storybook ending,” it does wind up happily enough to satisfy most readers.
Blue Fingers has been nominated as a Best Book for Young Adults, 2005. Despite plenty of exciting action and interesting historical background, I never felt it came to life. Others might enjoy it, however, particularly boys in grades 5-6.
SW
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“I wasn't expecting this ninja tale to be so captivating. It is a story about family, destiny, and finding your true self through hard work and honor. I will definitely share this book with my reluctant male readers. ”
Paperbag Princess wrote this review Wednesday, August 6 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Ok, so its not my fault I read this. I was bored one day and picked it up! I thought it satisfied my boredness, but this was not really a book I thought was excellent.”
Molly wrote this review Thursday, July 31 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“My son and I read this book together, and selected it because he is interested in martial arts, weapons and warfare. We loved it because it gave us insight into the life of a ninja and their training. The book also made us check out other library books to learn about ninja's and Japan.”
sihirsch wrote this review Friday, July 25 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“One of my favorite books!!!!”
Raine wrote this review Monday, June 23 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Koji never seems to do anything right while his twin brother can do no wrong. After messing up an opportunity to help his family, Koji runs away and becomes lost in the woods. His worst fear is realized when he is kidnapped by ninjas! What will they do to him? Will he ever see his family again? During the time of Japanese Samurai, ninjas are feared because they are so secretive...and no one thinks they can be trusted. ”
Mrs. Heres wrote this review Wednesday, April 30 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This is one of my 'fave' books. ”
BlackCat323 wrote this review Friday, October 12 2007. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
