The Giver

[godreaujea]

I just read this book this past summer and was blown away by the complexities and symbolism in this text. I was also very impressed that many schools require this reading in middle/high school. I tried starting to read the sequel in the series, "Gathering Blue," but I liked the first one so much, it paled in comparison so I put it down. I figured I can return to it the series at another time. But "The Giver" contributes much commentary on the concept of extreme communism, and emphasizes the value of individuality. This book is a significant and impactful read.

[Dragondoor]

I loved this book growing up and it was a sort of gateway into interpreting and understanding other novels such as Brave New World, 1984, or Farenheight 411. I remember reflecting on The protsgonists conflict and choice between his family, his self, his future, and his responsibility. Truly, this novel taught me something about introspection in the reading process.

[cherryalakei]

I was among the few people who never read The Giver growing up. I remember it, that cover and others my age reading it, but I preferred books on mermaids and mythology, and even some Shakespeare at the time. I recently heard they made a movie of the book, and as it is credited as a young adult classic, I decided to read it finally. It is pretty short compared to the books I normally read, but I absolutely loved it. I was surprised to find out Gathering Blue wasn't a sequel in the traditional sense, because I was really invested in Jonas, Gabriel and The Giver. The way the book ends, it is kind of vague as to weather or not they just died and saw the light, or wheather they were received by the people in the village. I really wanted a continuation to clear it up, as well as I wanted to find out what happened back in town with The Giver and the people receiving all the memories. I have not read The Messenger or Son yet, but it is definitely on my list.

[jpatrick88]

This was one of my all time favorite books growing up. I was stoked when I found out they were making a movie about it but unfortunately the movie didn't live up to my expectations. I still love the book though.

[Bookreviewer33]

Omg the giver is one of my favorite books it is just the best i definitly would reccomend to anyone its full of adventure and how the world would be horrible if everything was the same if everthing was fair this book made my pre teen years amazing its good for pre teens, teens, and young adults u should definitly read this book

[Annony11]

I read The Giver as an adult and was blown away. Like many others, I didn’t understand how Gathering Blue was a sequel because the worlds seemed so different. With Messenger, some of the pieces started to come together but I loved how Son pulled everything together into one cohesive story. It’s about time for a reread!

[RoxieReads]

I read this book when I was in fourth grade, and I really hope that I can reread it soon as it impacted me in such a big way!

[dorebri2020]

This novel is great, and it really messed with my head when I was younger. I love the rebellious aspects, and how different and magical it is compared to other books of its time.

[UnicornKnight]

I read this book as a book report in elementary school. It was amazing world building from the author, I even went on to read the 2 succeeding books. I thought that I wouldn't be able to understand the book because it was a little hard to understand and picture at first but as you kept pushing through the book the world became clearer and clearer. Would recommend to everyone who loves different takes on the world.

[emmajune_23]

I loved their “view” on an utopian world. The end left me sad but it’s up to you to think what happens next!

[Imani003]

I personally have enjoyed reading this book. It can seem quite confusing at times ,but as you go further into the reading it’ll make since as to why and how everything is a dystopian society. The many restrictions they have unlike in the normal life we are used to.

[Nightreaderx]

I remember reading this book for the first time back in junior high school. I found this novel so fascinating with how everything is the same. Jonas's character is the sort of kid you would want to be around. I love the idea of how slowly there is color coming into his black and white world.

[abbyruth9]

The Giver was the first dystopian novel I ever read. Not only is it a fantastic novel in general, but it is an excellent book to use in a classroom for students to begin developing their critical thinking skills. There are comments on governments, society, control, history, and many more interesting subjects for students to discuss. Its an excellent book!

[nanglada]

I read this book recently for the first time, and was completely blown away. It sucked me in and until I felt like I was watching the events instead of reading them. The ending was a little weird - I'm still not sure if it was metaphorical or not. I had no idea that it was part of a trilogy, so I'm going to read the rest!

This book has been on my list for years now and I've never felt motivated to read it. However, I think I'll have to read it now to see what's all the fuzz about.

[Namaste23]

I love this book. It’s gets you thinking in a different way which I think is great for younger kids. We need to be taken out of our daily “sameness” to expand our mind!