Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillo
Candelwick Press 2001
Reviewed by Maia
“He took a breath. He opened his mouth and let the words fall out.
‘I know where there’s a tiger’ Sistine stood in the drizzly rain, her eyes fierce.” This is a strong story about a tiger who creates a bold friendship between Rob and Sistine. From this life-changing experience, both Rob and Sistine learn a valuable lesson.
After Rob Horton meets Sistine Bailey, a strong friendship forms. Rob shows Sistine the tiger in the woods and she is surprisingly interested in the tiger. Sistine will never give up to make something happen. With the great similarities and teamwork of Rob Horton and Sistine Bailey, anything is possible.
Readers will feel like they are inside the story with Rob and Sistine. Throughout the book, Rob begins to understand that somethings-like memories, heartache, and tigers-can’t be locked up forever.
The author, Kate DiCamillo, did an excellent job hooking the reader to this powerful story. As a National Book Award Finalist book, The Tiger Rising left me attached to the touching book.
I highly recommend this book for readers ages 8 and up. The strong message, lesson, and theme in this book will leave all readers fascinated by it.
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