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By: CHCH 525
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2021-11-01 14:33:56 |
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Mixed reviews, didn't grab some people enough at the beginning to complete reading; nearly everyone agreed the beginning was slow. Some finished and enjoyed, some finished and loved. All appreciated reading Patricia Grace. |
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By: TAUR 035
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2021-10-22 15:14:37 |
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A very well-written book and was highly rated by the majority of the group, with a few having trouble getting into the story and not really enjoying it. A member remarked that it was a relief to have a book with Maori as the main protagonists and yet it wasn't violent or depressing, with a general kindness pervading the story. |
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By: TAUR 055
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2021-10-01 09:41:49 |
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Loved the characters and the Maori history of the story. |
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By: CHCH 294
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2021-08-02 09:46:19 |
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A learning curve for elderly middle class white women. Fascinating story of integration. Enjoyed by all. |
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By: NAP 021
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2020-06-04 16:08:25 |
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This book was one of our all-time favourites. Well loved, and all appreciated the wonderful writing and inside look at the Maori/Hawaiian way of live of the era. So much wisdom to impart. Her pulling you into the characters' lives at that time we thought was magical. We have ordered another of her books for the new year! |
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By: LOWER 019
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2018-12-12 17:55:24 |
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Generally enjoyed, although it took some a little while to get into it. Loved the character development, felt that we really got to know them. Generated a good discussion. |
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By: AUCK 058
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2018-08-24 14:31:46 |
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All people in the group thought that the book was well written and full of interesting detail. Patricia Grace writes with a Maori perspective in a way that includes all readers. We all thought she is a wonderful writer. Some in the group felt that the book never gripped them, despite its many admirable qualities. |
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By: HAMIL 056
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2018-08-24 14:24:05 |
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All really enjoyed the setting of the book and learning more about our country's history/way of life. Well developed characters and written in an intriguing way. Great discussion had! |
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By: WELL 209
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2018-08-24 14:21:03 |
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Wonderful. |
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By: COROM 002
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2018-08-24 14:19:17 |
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We enjoyed reading Patricia Grace's story of a Maori family's life from around WWII, interwoven with life in Hawaii, and the effect of events in Japan on the family who have embraced a Japanese member. Quite intricate and absorbing. We liked the ending with Chappy making a Japanese garden, and had a very good discussion. |
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By: HAMIL 007
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2018-04-30 14:05:32 |
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100% enjoyment of this book. Highly recommended by all of us. |
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By: AUCK 056
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2018-04-30 14:00:55 |
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Patricia Grace's books are always a joy to read and "Chappy" is no exception. The book is full of interesting NZ Maori characters, and we love the way Patricia Grace depicts their lives. |
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By: WELL 008
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2018-04-27 14:57:39 |
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A window into a different world - we really enjoyed it. |
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By: WELL 074
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2018-04-27 14:53:41 |
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We enjoyed the vehicle of the grandson's visit to tell the story - this resonated with our members who have children living abroad. We want to read more by Patricia Grace, having also read 'Tu' some time ago. |
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By: NELS 023
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2018-04-27 14:51:18 |
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This book was a hit with our group. We have a huge admiration for Patricia Grace's writing. It promoted excellent and wide-ranging discussion. |
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By: WAITAT 004
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2018-04-27 14:37:35 |
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Chappy was generally well loved by the group. We enjoyed the intimate insight into Maori and Hawaiian culture. |
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