interesting read!  fun story and cute but, not too elaborate, illustrations.
926229
interesting read!  fun story and cute but, not too elaborate, illustrations.  Pretty deep message, i worry that when my son is old enough to pay attention it might be a bit heavy for him.
4927234
Eleanor & Park is a cute story. It's not always a happy story, but it's a cute story. Or at least a cute romance. There are a lot of heavy themes throughout the book (bullying, abuse, drinking, drugs), but it's a sweet and interesting read.

I was drawn to Eleanor as this misfit character. She's an outsider character and is picked on for being "fat," a redhead, bad dresser and anything else the popular kids can think of to pick on her. Park, on the other hand, is accept by his peers despite his differences. Biggest difference? Eleanor doesn't care. She's who she is and they can accept her of bugger off.

One of the cutest scenes takes place early in the book where Park notices that Eleanor is reading his comic book over his shoulder, which is where their barriers begin to slowly break down. As the novel goes on it's obvious that despite their physical differences, Eleanor and Park have enough similarities that it's easy to see how they were drawn to one another and believe the ease in which they slowly fell into their relationship.
3198217
Received this story for free. I am an adult, but I tend to read a lot of younger fiction so that I can share with my two boys. I found this to be a cute story with interesting characters. Overall the story has a positive message that should relate well to younger kids. I think older kids or kids who are avid readers may want more from the story, more character development and more to the ending. I thought the ending was a little anti-climactic, but I also realize that this is for a younger audience. I liked some of the animal characters a lot and would like to see more of them in the future, especially Ralph and the snake.

Overall, it is a cute story that younger kids starting out in chapter books should enjoy.
3253356
It's a cute, not exactly classic, little children's books.  I'm giving it five stars simply because I found the unique illustration style to be playful and delightful.
1141051
It's a charming cute story for a Jewish holiday.  Didn't initially know what purim was, but now i do.  I didn't know it was a Jewish book.  Anyways, the story is cute and tells story of community and friends around the main topic of Purim.  The drawings are a little unique, doesn't seem like hte colorful CG graphics like many other children books out there.  My 6-year-old daughter enjoyed the book.  It was educational and fun story.
1513598
My daughter really enjoyed this story and so did I. I thought the story idea was cute, the illustrations kept my daughter's interest, and I liked the length of the book.
1680595
This book is really cute but the story is a bit lacking. It is informative but not scientific. My one year old likes the cover but is too young for the story.
3378303
Cute little book, interesting story with wonderful illustrations. A definite recommendation for those interested in early 20th-century medievalism.
2434772
I thought this book was really cute! It wasn't an intellectual book, but it was a fun and easy read. It has a lot of plot turns and the characters are comical.
572420
This book was a very interesting read with amazing illustrations :)
Simple and easy for the children to understand with pictures to follow!
It had a creative plot and I enjoyed it thoroughly.
1551888
If you're on the lookout for a cute book to read to your grandchildren, this is it. I read it in one sitting.
Just wish there were more illustrations.
1214739
This was cute and funny. I enjoyed it. Light reading to keep you interested with a couple of turns here and there. Not letting the story get out. You'll have to read it to find out.. I will enjoy reading more from this author
4435257
It is what it sounds like but is fun. Both my husband and I find the illustrations to be a little strange, but my son seems to enjoy looking at them most likely for precisely that reason - they aren't like most children's books pictures. Overall a fun read.
3091113
Very cute story that young kids will enjoy. Fun illustrations!
1170509
CUTE STORY, REALLY LIKED IT!  QUICK, FUN READ!
3409563
The story is topical, and one wonders how it will hold up years from now, but the kids liked it and enjoyed the fun drawings. Cute book.
4404895
Cute book that tells a lesson about jumping to conclusions before you have all the facts. I liked the cute pictures and the fun story and think children will love to read this or better yet have it read to them. great job