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Someone who read Skellig, girl, age 12, from United Kingdom, on 17th February 2009. Rating: 8/10

I read Skellig in English class. I thought it was quite good but most of my friends thought it was rubbish.David Almond created a lot of tension and made good use of the 5 senses. I dont think i have a favourite part, but all of it was good. I think i would recommend this book to good readers in Year 5/6 and also Year 7's (which i am).

Toms Gavrilovs, boy, age 12, from Peterborough, United Kingdom, on 5th December 2008. Rating: 9/10

I think Skellig is brilliant because when I read it I think I'm in that story. It's very involving because when I started reading it I just don't want stop reading. Skellig is original because I never get very involved in book reading because other books were never so involving like Skellig. Skellig is unforgettable I never forget this story so breath-taking because there was baby who got operation I thought she was going to die. There were many pages where there was nothing about baby. I can't stop thinking about baby going to die or not. I think Skellig is an angel and magical because at the end ... My recommend: YOU SHOULD READ IT!!!

Anton , boy, age 11, from peterborough, United Kingdom, on 5th December 2008. Rating:

I thought this book was absolutely fab because it is just fun to read a book like that it is like a magical adventure but I have to admit it was not the best book i ever read because there are just some boring parts which i think they could have easly changed to ACTION AND ADVENTURE!!!!But still it was a pretty good and i would recomend anyone that is reading this review to goto the libary and rent the book quickly!!!My favorite bit of the book is the part when Mina and Michael go to the wrecked house and skellig is not there but they realise that he has climbed the stairs and he is still in a bad condition and should not really walk.Also it is very graphical because thay do put swearing in and usualy everyone swears so it is very real life.Just one more thing RENT THIS BOOK!!!!!!!

Danny, boy, age 12, from edmonon Albeta, Canada, on 4th December 2008. Rating: 5/10

No Offence to david almond but this book was very boring at the begining and at the very end when they give the baby a name i thought it should have heen something more relevant than just joy. if you wouldnt have read past the first 5 chapters then you would have had a terrible impression but in the middle and in the las quarter of the book i think it was a very exciting read i couldnt put it down for quite a while

moonman, boy, age 11, from United Kingdom, on 22nd November 2008. Rating: 10/10

This book is Brilliant. Its amazing storyline combined with all the emotions makes it like that. I love it

Izzy, girl, age 11, from Hong Kong, Hong Kong, on 11th November 2008. Rating:

Skellig is a book that tells a unique story. The beginning, is not gripping because it is complicate and not understandable. Surprisingly the closer I got to the end of the book the more intense the story got, everything was falling into place. Skellig a strange, mystical, and magical creature was coming to life. That is why I recommend it to English teachers teaching 6th. I don’t recommend this book for older readers or younger readers. It’s a marvelous story afterwards. After reading the whole book, the story is finally very touching and unforgettable. It’s strange and mystical creature is a unique and fascinating. I am disappointed because Skellig does not know what he is and where he is going to go. Even if David Almond Skellig to had a sad ending and die, I wanted to know what happens and who is the extraordinary creature: Skellig.

peter weeks , boy, age 12, from bristol, United Kingdom, on 1st November 2008. Rating: 10/10

This is truly beautiful and highly emotional for you and it’s about two lads called mina and Michael who have moved house .If you like adventure books this is the one you should start looking for to read. Michael has a new baby that is ill and needs to go to the hospital. He goes into a crumbly garage and soon finds a body or a thing or beast of some sort that he has no idea about covered in dead bluebottles and spiders’ webs. He thinks it could be dead. He tells mina and shows her the body and it says it is called Skellig it starts talking. Its no like other book because it is so beautifully and brilliantly written. It is a book that nobody will forget. They think it is an angel but still not sure. But Michaels life is temperedly on a “hold” with a new baby lives from damaged heart or not. In fact Michael wants to help his baby sister that in return he wants gentle care and concern witch he has been doing with Skellig and even Skellig is able to help the family. But is Skellig an angel or is he gust an old man who doesn’t know what to do with his life? He looks like a kind of form of an angel.It was fun to read it. I want to know more about skellig. I really recommend this story to people because this book teaches us how to care about others. This is a classic and very good bookend to think that David Almond created this

Arnold, boy, age 12 Years, from Basel, Switzerland, on 28th October 2008. Rating: 7/10

I was initially grabbed in first half of Skellig, which we had to read in English class. The friendship between Michael and the girl Mina felt very outstanding to me although the crippled creature Skellig slammed question after question against my head which was the main reason I kept turning pages. Skelligs turned characteristics seemed wierd to Michael, as they equally did to me, and so I could easily slip into his position and his point of view. The reason I was not happy with the Book was the ending. Its try to build up a delightfull scenery reached me as simply silly. I will recomend the book people who like a boiling mixture of real life and fantasy. Not to others though.

hell-hamster12, girl, age 12 years, from Basel, Switzerland, on 28th October 2008. Rating: 8/10

"Skellig" by David Almond is a heartfelt tale, beautifully written. A breathtaking read, beginning wîth a startling mystery, when Skellig, a crippled angelic creature is discovered by a young boy, totally alien to this world. Especially capturing was the friendship developing between the introverted Micheal and flamboyant spirit of Mina, a young girl living next door. Although Almond has managed to produce an authentic lyrical tale with great philosophical depth, there is a lack of action and tension delivered through the pages. In my opinion, the character of Skellig, unique and faithful as it is, provides a suitable base for a second edition of the book, diving deeper into the complex personalty of Skellig. It simply seems to me that there is more to be discovered in this mysterious soul. The story enchantes the reader, clinging to you and not letting you go.

Dany, boy, age 12, from Basel, Switzerland, on 28th October 2008. Rating: 8/10

Hello folks. The book is about a young fellow who finds a strange creature in his rumbled garage. Well, I think the book Skellig is good because the author David Almond used a lot of adjectives. He also uses a lot of description like "Everything was packed in tight- ancient furniture, kitchen units, rolled-up carpets, pipes and crates and planks." I specially like Micheal the young fellow because he is not scared to go out of the house in the night. He also fed this creature with chinese take away left overs. With his friend Mina they try to solve the mission to find out what or who that could be. At the end I would recommend this book to children in my age because it is very well written for our age and it is ecxiting to read. You would always like to read on and you never get bored.

Grace, girl, age 11, from United Kingdom, on 23rd September 2008. Rating: 3/10

David Almond’s book Skellig is about a boy named Michael who finds a man in his new house’s garage. Michael is intrigued by this man and speaks to him,but Skellig is grumpy and very timid though he would never admit it. Michael’s newborn baby sister is having difficulties and the whole family is stressing and trying to improve the house so the baby can have a better environment to live in. The dust is making it worse though and everyone is scared she may die. David Almond does not use suspense, and though it is a good storyline he fails to attend to this by making you want to read on. He also needs to go into more detail so you get a clear picture in your head of what’s happening. He shouldn’t of used such short chapters and gone into more detail over a wider spread of pages than 2-4. The book is also very unrealistic and David Almond makes a poor attempt at making you feel that it is real, and possible for such a thing to happen. He also tries to make it emotional and deep, but whilst doing this he loses your attention and makes you bored of the subject. Overall I don’t like Skellig because i think the author struggled to make this book interesting for younger readers.

EMMA, girl, age 12, from HERTFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom, on 27th June 2008. Rating: 4/10

I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS BOOK 2 ANYONE IT WAS SO BORING AND I HAD 2 READ IT FOR AN ENGLISH PROJECT. NOW I HAVE 2 WRITE AN ESSAY ABOUT IT AND I FIND IT HARD THIS BOOK IS BAD DO NOT READ PLZ?? ITS FOR YOUR OWN BOREDOM

2k7kelly, girl, age 12, from newcastle, United Kingdom, on 27th June 2007. Rating: 4/10

this book was so unreallistic nd inappropiate i would NOT recomend this to othe people ever.ever.at all.

alex, boy, age 13, from canberra, Australia, on 22nd June 2007. Rating: 4/10

It was pretty bad. we had to read it in english and it jaust tries to be really deep and meaningful but bores you to death

Mrs.Namba's class, girl, age 13, from Osaka, Japan, on 22nd June 2007. Rating: 10/10

It was fun to read it. I want to know more about skellig. i really recomend this story to people because this book teaches us how to care about others.

Amanda, girl, age 14, from glasgow, United Kingdom, on 5th February 2007. Rating: 10/10

I love this book but i didnt think that "Arthur" was an angel. I thought that he may have been a blackbird because throughout the novel they were talking about birds and how he ate the pellets that the birds left.So i`m pretty confused.Not enough detail about that.

Simon, boy, age 11, from worcester, United Kingdom, on 5th February 2007. Rating: 1/10

Worst book ever. We had to read it in school and it was so predictable, and therefore boring. I would not recommend this book, unless you like books that are all sweet and sentimental.

Kevin Thomson, boy, age 13, from london , United Kingdom, on 4th February 2007. Rating: 9/10

I think that this book is realy good and enjoyable it is very magical and mysterious and the discription is realy good i loved the booki like the bit when his wings unfold and his face becomes young and beautiful and the part when mina always cliks her toughn.

james, boy, age 13, from harrow, United Kingdom, on 2nd February 2007. Rating: 7/10

Skellig really does touch your heart, as it takes real life, emotional aspects and blends them with suspense and fantasy. It shows Michael's families troubles involving the baby's health, Michael's feelings on moving away from his friends and how he and his newfound friend, Mina, react to this discovery.

TC, boy, age 11, from london, United Kingdom, on 2nd February 2007. Rating: 8/10

I started getting into this book because we had it for a English Project and we were allowed to take it home. Since i like reading i read on ahead. I really do wonder if Skellig is an angel because it doesn't actually tell you if he is.

octavia shields , girl, age 11, from birbingham, United Kingdom, on 20th January 2007. Rating: 10/10

the first time i read it was a bit boring but 2nd time then i realzise the story its a bautiful story that you wouldent want to miss reading it

Aliya Zahra, girl, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 18th January 2007. Rating: 7/10

I THINK IT WAS OKAY BUT A BIT TOO MYSTERIOUS NOT SAYING ENOUGH

Emily , girl, age 11, from North Licolnshire, United Kingdom, on 8th October 2006. Rating: 8/10

It was a good book it was filled with detail and expression. There is so many questions you ask yourself when reading Skellig. I think the characters told you the story the most. Michael was constantly asking questions and Mina she was very arty and into nature especcially birds. Skellig is ver peculier in this story. You'll find out why when you read this book. Did you know? The name Skellig and Michael came from a place inIreland called Skellig Michael. David Almond is the other i reckon he's very good at writing childrens books so maybe have a look on hkis website davidalmond.co.uk to see loads of other books he's written and biography. Please read this book it's amazing. HONESTLY!

Jon-Paul Calvert, boy, age 12 years, from Liverpool, United Kingdom, on 4th April 2006. Rating: 10/10

This is an extraordinary classic and powerful book. The detail in this book is pin-pointed to bullseye. David Almond a brilliant author with an outstanding imagination. It's almost like he lives in imagination land. This book is an inspirational must have. David Almond winner of two thoroughly deserved awards, The whitbread children's and The Carnegie medal. I loved the whole book. David Almond has put so much detail into this book that he relies on your imagination to determime what Skellig looks like. I did think the ending drifted away a bit but it's still a classic. This book is clearly a best seller.

Ellen, girl, age 16, from Mönsterås, Småland, Sweden, on 15th March 2006. Rating: 9/10

I really like the book, I read it in school as a english prodget but I had to bring it home. In Sweden we have english books at the libery but most of them are about love and stuff like that, this book had that fantasy/hometown fealing that I just loved. I know my english is bad but i hope you get what I mean.

Jay, boy, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 14th March 2006. Rating: 8/10

I am just getting into the book,i think it is interesting because the story has an unusual twist to it.I think that the character skellig is an Angel,even though his apperance is dirty and trampy.I like the descriptive language used within the story.I am looking forward to reading the rest of the book.

charlie, girl, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 13th March 2006. Rating:

i am only up to chapter 6 in skellig because we're reading it at school. so far.. i'm really enjoyng it. i wwish we could just get on with reading it! we have to do loads of activities about the book!! its annoying because i just wanna read it!!!!

Edwin, boy, age 14, from Hong Kong, Hong Kong, on 13th March 2006. Rating: 9/10

I have just finished reading the novel Skellig. I believe that Skellig is an appropriate name for the creature, as it is named after the Skellig Islands. Skellig, in the novel, is a magical creature, and he may well even be an angel, as on Skellig Islands, they say that heaven and earth meet, as to let the angel visit earth. David Almond could have named the creature Skellig, as to give the subtle hint that Skellig is an angel, or it may have just trying to convey the message that Skellig is magical, as he is named after the magical Skellig Islands. If I were to choose five adjectives to describe the novel, I would use the following ones: UNIQUE: becuase it is different to any other book I have read PROFOUND: because the whole book is about understanding and knowing UNREALISTIC: because it is not likely that you will find a creature as beautiful as Skellig in an old rundown garage. Although it is realistic, i enjoyed it thoroughly. UNUSUAL: because of the creature Skellig, and the many hidden messages in it POWERFUL: because is is backed up by many William Blake poems, and powerful meaningful quotes by Mina.I have to say that this is the most facinating book i have ever read! It's so interesting, there is so much clues around in the air that you really have to be reading it , or else you woul've probably not understand it , and it will be boring. But anyways, i loved the way they descrived SKELLIG at first. It made him look like a monster that was going to kill you and drink your blood or something, but at the same time the way that Michael trusted him, it made you confused, because you will probably be thinking, to not trust him and let him (dye) there like he wanted, but at the same time Michael trusted him so much that it made you think that maybe he was a nice person.I love MINA she's such a great character, i love her thinking about WILLIAM BLAKE, i will love to be like her, so into nature and know everything, not be scared of anything. Well i really recommend this book to everybody that like's kind of mystery type of books.Well you have a great day, dude, ROCK ON!

lucy b, girl, age 12, from birmangham, United Kingdom, on 5th March 2006. Rating:

i think that skellig was a really unusual book it was quite hard to understand at times but i read back and then understood.I read it with the class and after a chapter the teacher would ask us questions on it we hav also been working on the book and hav only just finished really.I thought the book was wonderful and fasinating. xxx lucy

ria simms, girl, age 11, from london, United Kingdom, on 4th March 2006. Rating:

I think that it is good because i have read it all but he may sound like hes an angel but there is a mystery behind it all i think he is a owl thats why mina and micheal heard the owl noise but neither of them done it , it was skellig

Ali, girl, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 4th March 2006. Rating: 10/10

I think that skellig is an excellent book. Itmade me really think about what is in this world because you never know there might just be a Skellig out there. I love david almond's style of writing after this book i went on to read CLAY also by David Almond. This is one of my all time favourite books

Ashleigh Elliott and Chelsea Wilkins, girl, age 12, from manchester, United Kingdom, on 1st December 2005. Rating: 10/10

I like skelli because it makes me want to read on beacuse you want to find out what is skelli and why is he aways in the garage and what is he doin in the garage

Genicah, girl, age 9 ears old, from Cario, Egypt, on 29th November 2005. Rating: 9/10

I have just finished reading the novel Skellig. I believe that Skellig is an appropriate name for the creature, as it is named after the Skellig Islands. Skellig, in the novel, is a magical creature, and he may well even be an angel, as on Skellig Islands, they say that heaven and earth meet, as to let the angel visit earth. David Almond could have named the creature Skellig, as to give the subtle hint that Skellig is an angel, or it may have just trying to convey the message that Skellig is magical, as he is named after the magical Skellig Islands. If I were to choose five adjectives to describe the novel, I would use the following ones: UNIQUE: becuase it is different to any other book I have read PROFOUND: because the whole book is about understanding and knowing UNREALISTIC: because it is not likely that you will find a creature as beautiful as Skellig in an old rundown garage. Although it is realistic, i enjoyed it thoroughly. UNUSUAL: because of the creature Skellig, and the many hidden messages in it POWERFUL: because is is backed up by many William Blake poems, and powerful meaningful quotes by Mina

sara, girl, age 11, from london, United Kingdom, on 28th November 2005. Rating:

i thought that skellig was really good and that i would recomend it to everyone i think that everyone should read it because it is just a great book it was one of my fave books I LOVED IT

Anna, girl, age 11, from Midlands, United Kingdom, on 25th November 2005. Rating: 7/10

I though it was a good read it was interesting and full of surises, the best bit to me was when they found skellig also when the took him to mina's grand parents old house. I would recomend it to 9+ because of all the emotion.

Jan Kamalasanakun, girl, age 12, from Lancashire,Blackpool, United Kingdom, on 25th November 2005. Rating: 8/10

Skellig is really good because when you read it,it makes you take michael's possition.It really makes your imagination come true.It's freaky sometimes but it's still brilliant.I can't wait till I fing out what Skellig is !!!I havn't finish the book yet but it's going well so far.DAVID ALMOND !!! Thanks for writing the book !!!JAN!!!

Shaun Cavilla, boy, age 12, from great britain, Gibraltar, on 24th November 2005. Rating: 10/10

This book is amazing i loved it, my favourite part is evrything, I like when David Almond expresses himself about school inhibits curiosity, creativity and intelligence of children. I love Mina because she rebels against going to school(really david almond) I lso like skellig when he gives up on mina. I say David almond is 70% better than roald dahl I love this book I think this book is very hard to understand if you dont read if youre good at reading read i beg of you its exellent it will be a true classic.

joshua linley, boy, age 13, from macclesfield, United Kingdom, on 23rd November 2005. Rating: 9/10

i liked the part when they chose the name for the baby and that she was ok

Krissy, girl, age 13, from St. Clair Shores, United States, on 23rd November 2005. Rating:

When I saw the cover of this book, I had thought that Skellig is going to be a childish book, because of the winged man. When I started to read Skellig, I couldn't put the book down. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves surprises. Now I know never to judge a book by its cover.

Mariya, girl, age 12, from London/kingston, United Kingdom, on 14th November 2005. Rating:

its a great read, i would recommend it to anyone who doesnt like to read. i usually think of books as boring but this one seems guite interesting... i espesially like the part when Micheal describes Skellig's back and how horrible it felt!uhhh!!! I cant wait to find out what happens next!

Hannah, girl, age 11, from Derby, United Kingdom, on 12th November 2005. Rating: 8/10

I really liked the book but I was shocked at some of the language used. At school the teacher actually said the swearing words when he was reading it. Everyone was laughing. Some of us were embarrassed! But still read it!!!!!!!

AUDREY, girl, age 12, from brownesburg in, United States, on 10th November 2005. Rating:

I THINK THE BOOK WAS INTRESTING.I READ THE BOOK FOR ENGLISH CLASS.I THOUT I WAS INTERESTING THE WAY THE BABY KEPT GETING SIKER AND SIKER. BUT IM GLAD THE BABY CAME HOME AND HOW THEY NAMED HER

Nicolas, boy, age 14, from Buenos Aires, Argentina, on 10th November 2005. Rating: 10/10

This book was fairly interesting.My favourite chapter is the last one when the writer reveals the name of the baby I enjoyed this book! it very good to read it !

javier, boy, age 13, from Buenos Aires, Argentina, on 10th November 2005. Rating:

Skellig is quite an interesting book; I liked the descriptions of the characters and the thrilling scenes in the story .I think Michael has extraordinary friends ! I really liked how Michael gets to know everything about Skellig and how he understands he is a fascinating guy.As for Mina ,I don`t like her attitude very much, she is very intreguing! In my opinion, she might be in love with Michael...

hannah , girl, age 21, from Newcastle, United Kingdom, on 10th November 2005. Rating: 10/10

I read Skellig for part of my Literature degree, and absolutely loved the intruiging novel. Teeming with suspense and magic, it is surely guaranteed to hold the suspense of any reader, regardless of age.

rebecca throup , girl, age 11, from bradford, United Kingdom, on 8th November 2005. Rating: 9/10

i am reading this book at school in english .it is realy good and i can't wait to see if the operation on the baby goes weel evan thow we are on chapter 35 andf there are 46 chapters .i realy want to know whats happening .its alright to read.

Natalie, girl, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 7th November 2005. Rating: 4/10

I thought that Skellig was complete rubbish. We had to read it in class and we now have to right an essay about it, but I really thought that it was rubbish. But I wasn't too keen on reading it as I had read Heaven Eyes and really hadn't liked it either. So...

sophie, girl, age 11, from highwycombe, United Kingdom, on 6th November 2005. Rating: 9/10

I am reading this with my school and i have only read the second chapter but i think it is really good i like all of the description about skellig like 'his face was as pale as dry plaster and his black suit hung like a sack on his thin bones'and 'he smells of dust and dry sweat'i had to write 5 sentences about skellig and its in for tomorrow!!!!!!!!!! bye 4 now SOPHIExxx

pamela, girl, age 12, from pittsbburgh, United States, on 11th October 2005. Rating: 10/10

i loved it but i can not figure out did skellig die i need this information for a test on this book .... i loved this book. i do not read alot and i usally stop if the book is unintresting but i kept on reading! ...thanks, Pam

Sophie Maclean, girl, age 12, from Scotland, United Kingdom, on 10th October 2005. Rating: 10/10

I read this book in school, and I loved every minute of it.Michael is a strong charachter and I really liked Mina because she always felt so positive. I sometimes imagined that there are 'beings' out there like Skellig, angels to protect us. I think David Almond is a great, inspireable writer and I hope to read many more of his books.

Hannah Branson, girl, age 11, from manchester, United Kingdom, on 5th October 2005. Rating: 10/10

Skellig is a heartwarming story about a young boy who has just moved house, his baby sister is in danger of dying, so when micheal shows his affection for skellig, skellig decides to help make the familys praying come to use. It is the most fantastic book i have ever read and David Almond is the greatest author EVER!!!!!

Samantha Zahn, girl, age 11, from Atlanta, United States, on 28th September 2005. Rating: 9/10

I really liked this book!! i am doing this book for my book talk at school and my class is really interested!!! I also read this book for summer reading i was really into it!!!! the begining was kind of boring but it got really exciting towards the end! i am glad i chose this book it was one of my all time favorites!!!!!!!!

Fidelia Carole Mouakosso Okandze, girl, age 11, from London, United Kingdom, on 26th September 2005. Rating: 10/10

I think that the book is brilliant because i like the way Michael always decribes his feelings to us the readers and the way he described the man in the garage really gave me an idea of Skellig would looked like. I also liked is the suspicion of when Michael touched Skellig's back and felt something like a backpack but wasn't really and when he left and kept on asking himself if Skellig was really an angel in the garage.

Amy Ryu , girl, age 13, from Seoul, Korea, Republic of, on 25th September 2005. Rating: 7/10

I thought this book was kind of interesting. It held wonderful views of the two children and Skellig. Fortunately for Skellig, he had two wonderful friends who helped him to gain happiness. When he died, he died without sadness but with happiness. In all, it lacked some enthusiasm, but still, it was a great book to read. I enjoyed it very much.

Miss Lenerhan, girl, age 39, from kent, United Kingdom, on 23rd September 2005. Rating:

I am an LSA and worked with a class on this book last term. After reading the first couple of chapters, I asked the teacher if I could take the book home. I finished it that night! It is a wonderful story, beautifully written. I'm glad to say that I'm reading it again this term!!

Sheila Merino, girl, age 14, from mendoza, Argentina, on 16th September 2005. Rating: 10/10

I have to say that this is the most facinating book i have ever read! It's so interesting, there is so much clues around in the air that you really have to be reading it , or else you woul've probably not understand it , and it will be boring. But anyways, i loved the way they descrived SKELLIG at first. It made him look like a monster that was going to kill you and drink your blood or something, but at the same time the way that Michael trusted him, it made you confused, because you will probably be thinking, to not trust him and let him (dye) there like he wanted, but at the same time Michael trusted him so much that it made you think that maybe he was a nice person.I love MINA she's such a great character, i love her thinking about WILLIAM BLAKE, i will love to be like her, so into nature and know everything, not be scared of anything. Well i really recommend this book to everybody that like's kind of mystery type of books.Well you have a great day, dude, ROCK ON!

hazz, girl, age 12, from sheffiled, United Kingdom, on 8th September 2005. Rating:

i love this book and want every one to read it..... NOW!!!! it takes my breath away... like a bird!!!!!

rima, boy, age 11, from london, United Kingdom, on 8th September 2005. Rating: 2/10

its ok only in the beginning then it gets boring

Phil, boy, age 11, from Massachusetts (New England), United States, on 31st August 2005. Rating: 8/10

A wonderful piece of writing by David Almond! But I gave it an 8/10 because plainly putting it... the begining was boring and uninteresting! Nevertheless I belived it was worth reading, buying, or taking it out from your local library!

Serenity , girl, age 11, from Mancheste, United Kingdom, on 2nd August 2005. Rating: 5/10

I think that this book is for readers who dont mind having to wait a little while for the story to get started. It was filled with loads of 'hidden facts' like did you notice the constant referance to birds. It was a good story but i think that it would ... been more interesting if more things happened in it instead of relaying on the main story line all the time

emma cassidy, girl, age 12, from United Kingdom, on 20th July 2005. Rating: 10/10

this book is the most exciting bok i've ever come across!! it had a sort of veil the whole way through so you never knew what would happen next and when you think you do almond twists the story in an interesting way!!!!

kel, girl, age 12, from solihull, United Kingdom, on 1st July 2005. Rating: 8/10

I thought this book was confusing at first but when i re-read it i could remember the key points for my english review that had to be in the next monday. I give this book an 8 out of 10 because when i was reading it with my english set it seemed like a confusing plot and i was confused all the rest of that week as to who skellig was. DAVID ALMOND IS GREAT!

khalil is da best, boy, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 8/10

I think the story rating should be 9.5 and the illusrations rating should be 0.This book was well written. I enjoyed it (it was adictive). I personally thought Skellig was some kind of diformed monster. I thought Skellig was going to hurt Micheal or Mina. I dont call my friends things like Leaky and Coot! You will have to read the rest of the book to find out what happens next. I would recommend this book with a age range between 12-15. I gave the story a rating of 9.5 because its not my cup of tea but it was still very good. I was going to give it a rating of 9 but I thought I would be generous and give it a 9.5 story rating. I only gave the illustraions rating 0 because the book I read had no illusrations whatsoever. I think Skellig is anorexic because all he can eat is bluebottles and flies

Ramana , girl, age 12, from lONDON, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

I think the book skellig is realy good and I think the skellig creature is intresting Ithink it was realy discusting when it says the skellig creature eats beetles and bluebottles when i saw the word bluebottles I thought the aouther ment blue glass bottles which is quite funny,but I have not read lots of david almons books just skellig whith my english class I do like skellig its just its hard to understand what the skellig creature looks like In person and young readers might think the creature is real.

nat, boy, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

Skellig This book is about a boy called Micheal who has found an mysterious creature who then appears to be an angel and then he has a friend called mina and then they do there best to help him after and then they get a reward from skelling who is the angel. This book is filled with loads of emotion and adventure, I advise all the people who like to read to read this book.

drayn g.links, boy, age 11, from london, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating:

I think the story is good because it is exciting book. My favourite part is when she is in the tree. Before I read it and I saw the first page I thought it was horrible. But when we started reading it in class I was suprised because it was very good. good bye

Vishal, boy, age 12, from southall, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 8/10

I think the book was boring at the start but got better and better as i was reading it.I really liked reading about the Skellig because it was the most interesting part.I can't wait to read the rest of the book abd i also like the story of it.

Leena, girl, age 11, from London, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

When i first saw the book cover i though it was extremely boring but when i read up to the second chapter i found quite interesting. Every word made me get into the book more. When i reached the fifth chapter i got so much into the book that i didn't want to put it down for a second. When i read the blurb of the book i found it more interesting. You can't test the book unless you read it for yourself.

Keerthana , girl, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

I was reading Skellig at school and as soon as i looked at the front cover I thought the book looked really boring. At first it was so boring, but then it levend it up a bit and now i have read three David Almonda books, it is also fun and interesting but still i like to read more David Almond books.Don't think the book is boring because of the book cover, read the book then you will think it is interesting.

katie , girl, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 8/10

When i first saw the book cover i wanted to know what the creatre on the front was.I started reading the first chapter, it seemed pretty boring,but as i read on it got more interesting.As i got ferther into the book,it erged me to read on,and when i finished reading it i read many other david almond books and found them almost more injoyable than skellig.So if your looking for a scary and a very strage book choose skellig.

Ramana, girl, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

When I first saw skellig I thought it will be a spooky story then when me and my English class read it it was quite intresting and quite good I think Mina is my favourite character in skellig because she is clever like me. I rhought it was realy dicusting on the bit it said he took the bluebottle of him and ate it I also feel sorry for Micheals baby sister in it because she is sick in the story and is nursed by nurses in the hospital.

KABILAN PUVANENEDRAN, boy, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

I really like this book and I really enjoy this.I cant wait till I finish the skellig book. I wonder what will happen to skellig and the baby and I want to know if the baby dies or not.

faten, girl, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

well i was reading this book at school and at first it was so boring, but then i start enjoying it especailly when i found out that skellig was an angel and i think this book is one of the best books i ever read,because it is talk about intersting things and it's quiet funny. and so far i have read half of the book but i think this book is quiet good

Bradley , boy, age 11, from southall, United Kingdom, on 24th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

i like Skellig becouse it ha sa adventor. And Michael has to cop with a unusual creatare who wants no help.But he convince's Skellig to get help. And even do his mm is stuk in the hospital with his little sister he still finds the time to viset her. And as he gets closer to Mina he relises that he has felling for her.

Katie, girl, age 13, from Dumfries, United Kingdom, on 20th June 2005. Rating: 9/10

I was reading Skellig at school and as soon as i looked at the front cover I thought the book looked really boring!Although once we started the book I really started to enjoy it. The book is mysterious and creepy with a urge to make me want to read on. It is great so far and I can't wait to see what will happen in the end!

tumbleweed45, girl, age 12, from notts, United Kingdom, on 19th June 2005. Rating:

well i was reading htis book at school and at first it was so boring, but then it levend it up a bit and i am actually writing my own review of it now. you have to like unusual and different things to enjoy this book]] dont judge a bookt by its cove-2 meanings,the cover is boring but the book is good and skellig is ugle, but he is kind

kitty S, girl, age 11, from sheffield, United Kingdom, on 13th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

this book is a realy interesting book and it is very fun to read, my favourite part is when he find him in the garrage. this book is exelent and is know my favourite book i have also borrowed it from the local libiary hundreds of times. it is a real thriller and a deffenent 10 out of 10 i highly recomend this book, and that is saying something becasuse for me to find a good book is like trying to find a needle in a haystack

Tez Donely, boy, age 13, from liverpool, United Kingdom, on 10th June 2005. Rating: 8/10

so far I have only read the first couple of pages so I should'nt be writing but so far it is great. One of the best I've read yet, but i'm only 13 you know

michael, boy, age 12, from nottingham , United Kingdom, on 10th June 2005. Rating: 9/10

i think it is a brilliant book to read but the begining is quite boring but when you find out skellig is a angel it becomes really exciting i think everyone should read the book atleast once

Stephanie, girl, age 12, from Warri (delta state), Nigeria, on 6th June 2005. Rating: 10/10

I love the book it is fantastic. David almond really built up the suspention in the story and wanted to make you read on. I found it very emotional when he says that Michael said that he could feel his baby siste's heart beating next to his. David Almond is a very good story writer for older people and for younger people. READ THE BOOK!!!!

Charlotte, girl, age 12, from Portsmouth, United Kingdom, on 6th June 2005. Rating: 6/10

I loved this book because by the way D.A described the angel-like figure in the garage is very descriptive. David Almond is a true teenagers' writing genius. Skellig is a fantastic read, all because of Skellig, Michael, Mina and Leakey and Coot.

Charlie Deacon, boy, age 11, from Barcombe, United Kingdom, on 1st June 2005. Rating: 7/10

I think it is a good storyline, but it got repetitive and a tad boring. I think it had its highs and lows. Personally I think this good story line just needed a lot lot more jazzing up!

Maui, boy, age 13, from Las Vegas, NV, United States, on 31st May 2005. Rating: 10/10

A highly skilled work of art by David Almond. As he has done in the past he has weaved a story that leaves his readers spell bound. It is intresting to finally see a character that actually expresses feelings that some would clearly surpass. Although most of the story is shaded in the gloom and dispear the whole book seems to lift your feeling and enlighten you on the sense of hope and emotion. A very good read for both young and old, I fully recommend the book to all readers who can't seem to find "thier" type of book.

Katherine Lowcock, girl, age 12, from lancashire, United Kingdom, on 25th May 2005. Rating: 10/10

i thought this book was fantastic i always thought there was something strange about shoulder blades:) it made me feel excited and it made want to know wat happened next i was glued! it was the best supernatural book i have read in ages!

tatjana, girl, age 12, from perth, Australia, on 21st May 2005. Rating: 10/10

this was the best book i have ever read. i also started crying when micheal couldnt hear her sisters heart, that was very sad. but this is my favourit book in the world because it was so. i cant wait for the next book david almond is going to write there all so good.

Rosie , girl, age 12, from coventry, United Kingdom, on 19th May 2005. Rating: 9/10

When micheal sees him he finds him in the garage , his face covered in dust and webs. His face is thin and pale , micheal thought he was dead at first . He also sounds week and not very strong with his legs stretched out and was thin and pale. Hes tucked away in the garage , hidden and was covered in dust and webs. David Almond is bringing him in with tense , and not talking about him much , the word him is not enough detail so we describe him as a creature. There are hints that skellig might be a bird , owl pellets and the wings. skellig influences mina and michael in many ways . Because of skellig mina and michael take more intrest in learning about birds. I love this book so far , I havnt read it all yet , but im taking in all the infomation about skellig to find out what creature it is . It might be my best book so far .

the great reader, boy, age 12, from yorkshire, United Kingdom, on 16th May 2005. Rating:

My class are reading it as an example of a novel and we are about half way through and so far all of us love it the only thing bad about it is that our teacher keeps making us stop reading it to write down certain things about it and im afraid to say we cant put it down It is by far one of the best books i have ever read(or at least read half way)

chav n me, girl, age 12, from south yorkshire, United Kingdom, on 16th May 2005. Rating: 8/10

we really liked it because we thought it was mysterious and unusual and it made you think 'do you grow wings and turn to an angel when u pass away?'you can really connect to the characters it makes you feel like you are there and that you are the person this is happening to.we have never read anyother books which we like and think is so good.

Daniel Peters, boy, age 12, from nottingham, United Kingdom, on 14th May 2005. Rating:

I'm reading skellig in my english lessons i have a connection whith micheal and the baby because i think he will help it get better

Lucy, girl, age 13, from Mid Wales, United Kingdom, on 14th May 2005. Rating:

I am half way through reading Skellig with my class. It's very readable, and compelling - I want to find out what's going to happen next. I don't want the baby to die! I can relate to Michael because I have a baby sister and I know how it would feel to lose her.

abigail, girl, age 12, from peterbough, United Kingdom, on 12th May 2005. Rating: 9/10

this book was touching very exciting i loved this book it had spension in the book which wanted you to keep reading the book .

zoey, girl, age 12, from nottingham, United Kingdom, on 10th May 2005. Rating:

This book is fantastic beacause it is all about caring for others this book has loads of mixed feelings and it gave me a warm feeling inside 10 out of 10

xx sophie xx, girl, age 12, from lancashire, United Kingdom, on 10th May 2005. Rating: 8/10

hia people i think this book is really intresting i really like it its my favourite book ever love you sophie xxxxxxxxx

Woody, boy, age 13, from Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, on 7th May 2005. Rating: 7/10

I enjoyed the book but thought the end was disappointing and left too many questions unanswered.

xxxxx, girl, age 11, from Sydney, Australia, on 5th May 2005. Rating: 9/10

Some people hate this book and think it is so so so boring because they just didn't really read it All because of the ugly cover and title? Don't you know it is so so so interesting!When you really calm down and read it, it will make you kept on reding it until the end.So,i give people who hate this book soome advice, which is do not hate this book forever!You don't like it doesn't mean it is a bad book.Won't you just read it in,this book is so good!(Sorry to say that to the people who hate this book ,because some people just don't like it )

Dayday(nickname), from Sydney, Australia, on 5th May 2005. Rating: 10/10

I like this book very much,it make you feel very interesting and it talks about a young teenager who found an angle in his garage ang saved him.It is a wonderful story for everyone to read.

rufio smith, boy, age 14, from brisbane, Australia, on 5th May 2005. Rating: 10/10

this is a beautiful book...and it really depends how much you like the book by how deep you read into it. the people that think deep into the book are the ones that get the most out of it, and the people that dont care and think this is a bad book either have differnt interests or dont think when they read. this book really makes your imagination work. i really enjoyed it and i hope lots more deep thinking people read this book. id have to rate this book a ten out of ten.... it is by far the best book ive ever read. it really made me think and by the end of the book i was so involved. i read this book in a night and it is beautifully written rufio

Valery, girl, age 13, from florida, United States, on 3rd May 2005. Rating: 6/10

i thoguht it was a waste of reading....

**Sophie**, girl, age 12, from lancashire, United Kingdom, on 3rd May 2005. Rating: 8/10

Hia everyone i have read skellig a 2wice now and i really enjoyed it it is really realistic and very intresting i reallly it it is one of my favourite books ever ! sophie xxxx

alannah, girl, age 12, from devon, United States, on 2nd May 2005. Rating: 8/10

i am currently reading this book at school at first i thought it was a bit boring but now i am so lovin it!! i am not a book fan but i like this book because it has alot of mystery to it and cliff hangers that makes you want 2 read on!!p.s cant wait till we go even futher into the book!! it is brill

Jessica, girl, age 12, from staffordshire, United Kingdom, on 25th April 2005. Rating: 9/10

is soon i had hear the tale of skellig i loved it it bought great joy into my hart and i tear to my eye!!!!!!!!

Jem Jem , girl, age 12, from canturbury, United Kingdom, on 20th April 2005. Rating: 9/10

i gave a personally appionon before but know you can show this if you wish this story has told me love can pull people through skellig must of been a interesting book to write one day i hope i can be like david almond thank david you have inspied me.

Jem Jem , girl, age 12, from Canturbury , United Kingdom, on 20th April 2005. Rating: 9/10

I Read this book in english when my nan was in hospital it brought many tears to my eyes but i was very happy when the baby lives my nan is on the road to recovery so the story has told me there is still hope in our lives this book is the best book i have read!

Ej, girl, age 13, from Linc, United Kingdom, on 17th April 2005. Rating:

I read this book with my class in english it took us a while to get into it i thought it was very boring i would give it 2/10

Rachel, girl, age 12, from Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, on 13th April 2005. Rating: 9/10

I think this book is one of the most interesting and unusual books that i have read so far.At first i didnt think it would be very interesting but it was fascinating. I would like to read some more of David Almonds novels.

amanda stanley, girl, age 16, from New Mexico, United States, on 12th April 2005. Rating: 9/10

I think this book was great all around I have no favorite part. The book is 1 of my favorite books now. I've read it 3 times and each time I read it I learn something I never noticed the first time I read it. ANYONE WHO HASN'T READ THIS BOOK, READ IT

Stevie, boy, age 12, from S. Pasadena, United States, on 11th April 2005. Rating:

I think the story is kind of funny especially the 27 and 53 part,and i really recommend Chinese food too because it's really delicious

thomas, boy, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 9th April 2005. Rating: 9/10

i think the book is really good how it says so much about wings and freedom and he is worried about his siste. i would recommend the book to anyone.

samlg92, girl, age 12, from East Sussex, United Kingdom, on 8th April 2005. Rating: 5/10

i didn't think skellig was a good book i found it a bit confusing. and boring.

Amanda Kissinhug, girl, age 12, from Nottingham, United Kingdom, on 8th April 2005. Rating: 1/10

It was alright, But the ending was best part of any book i have ever read.

Lisa, girl, age Ten, from Manchester, United Kingdom, on 7th April 2005. Rating: 10/10

It's a brilliant book. My favourite charecter is Mina because she really empathises and understands Skellig. I could read it over and over again.

DJ, boy, age 11, from edmonton, Canada, on 6th April 2005. Rating:

we are readisht book and it rocks i just can't put it down

Emma, girl, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 4th April 2005. Rating: 9/10

I thought the book was good because it had a good storyline. On chapter one it went straight to the fascinating story i would recommend it to older readers because it has a few swear words and it might incourage younger readers to swear but altogether it was a good book

tiggercrazy, girl, age 12, from essex, United Kingdom, on 31st March 2005. Rating:

Skellig was a brill book, i love the charicteristics of Mina. I read this at school and i wish we could read it again!

p&ns, girl, age 12, from Valencia, Spain, on 31st March 2005. Rating: 8/10

im from spain and im reading this book at home. maybe my english is nott very good but i think i should try. instead of a book review im doing a dercription on Skellig and on Michael.. The main characters are, Skellig, Skellig has a squeak voice. His face is pale as dry plaster and his black suit hung like a sack on his thin bones. He eats bluebottles and spiders. He always moans so Michael can give him 27 and 53. He Lough but he never smiles. He says he is from nowhere and that he is nobody. His fingers are twisted and stunted and his knuckles are swollen, few grey hairs on his chin, pale face, red tiny veins like a dark net across the whites of his eyes. He smells of dust, old clothes and dry sweat. Also Michael is another important character. He was looking forward to move of house, at first it was going all wonderful but then all changed. The only person Michael can confide in is in Mina. Michael is based in David when he was a child. Michael is plunged into a world unfamiliar to him, And along with these changes comes a lot of new emotions, probably emotions that Michael has never had to deal with previously being an only child. Michael is a very respectful person and cares a lot about his friends and family.

nightreader, boy, age 12, from Hounslow, United Kingdom, on 29th March 2005. Rating:

I loved this book i read it in school and i think the love between micheal and skellig is truely magical it is a world of mystery and suspence! One book i would read time and time again and i would other books from auther as well!

Nathan, boy, age undisclosed, from Montreal, Canada, on 22nd March 2005. Rating:

I am reading this book in school and I really injoy it. Im just a little puzzled,,, wat does skellig mean?

Laura, girl, age 10, from England, United Kingdom, on 21st March 2005. Rating: 10/10

I think this book is lovely and supremely illaustrated. On chapter 1, it goes straight into the fascinating story. It has a lovely storyline and is affective on all ages. This book comes out from the most mysterious places, from a garage to a tramp then into an angel. You can really tell how Michael is feeling. It is very formal and has great use of languge. It also makes the reader think about what he is doing there. David Almond can make writing come to life, after all this book is very affective. From chinese takeawys to wings, this is a book of a lifetime!

elina , age 13, from limassol, Cyprus, on 17th March 2005. Rating: 10/10

READ IT ITS THE MOST EXITING BOOK. I REALLY THANK MISS ALEXANDRA FOR IT

hashim, boy, age 11, from tyne and wear, United Kingdom, on 14th March 2005. Rating:

i think it is a great book so far it is like you are on the edge of your seat waiting for the next bit it is a great book

Google, girl, age 11, from London , United Kingdom, on 9th March 2005. Rating: 6/10

When Michael moves into his new house, he realizes that there will be many changes that he will have to get used to. He will have to adjust to sleeping in a new bedroom, attending a new school, and making new friends. Much to Michaels surprise, he also must deal with staying away from the dilapidated garage that is located behind his familys home. Both of his parents have warned Michael to stay away from the deteriorating structure, but Michael cant wait to explore the unknown! Michael feels as though exploring the cluttered garage is like entering the world of the unknown. He hears strange noises and seeks many obscure things. Much to his surprise, he is introduced to a creature that is beyond imagination! Is this creature human? Will Michael make the choice of sharing his new finding with his family? Skellig is a creative novel that forced me to look at life from a different perspective. Are there other life forms on our planet that humans are not aware of? After reading Skellig, I felt as though this might in fact be a possibility. Any reader who takes the opportunity to read this novel will enjoy discovering what the unknown could really be like.

Aliya, girl, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 8th March 2005. Rating: 10/10

Skellig by David Almond is a FABULOUS book. It is one of the best ones I have ever read. David Almond knows how to skilfully hook readers in with his suspense and description. I think it is a Great book for everyone to read, though I think you'll enjoy it more if you're above 8. I really liked skellig, because even from the beginning when Michael asked him to pray for his little sister (sick) even though at that time Skellig was pessimistic then, he agreed to pray.

Aliya, girl, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 8th March 2005. Rating: 10/10

I think this is one of the best books ever made. it is so well written and thought provoking. It made me think about whether or not there are angels like Skellig in this world and do we just have to look a bit harder. This is a FABULOUS book, and I advise it to everyone of all ages (probably over 8 though)

Fox, boy, age 13, from Warwickshire, United Kingdom, on 7th March 2005. Rating: 9/10

"the book at first looked brand but when i had a closer look in unraviled and made me think about death and the life after,if soming like that happend to me in real life how that change my life? it would be amazing if it was made into a movie for every one to see!" Fox

Miamazing, girl, age 13, from Warwickshire, United Kingdom, on 3rd March 2005. Rating: 9/10

This book has a lot more to it than you might think. When reading this book it made me think about life after death and many other things. Some of the characters are slightly unoriginal, but the story is one I will always remember.

Adam, boy, age 12, from Edinburgh, United Kingdom, on 1st March 2005. Rating: 8/10

It startded off reasonoble but then the suspense and interesting parts started to unfold. I would advise other readers, (any age) to read this book.

James Hamstead, boy, age 12, from Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, on 1st March 2005. Rating: 7/10

When i first looked at this book, it didn't appeal to me, i was wrong. It is a strong, well written story, with a unusual, but intresting plot. It uses strong adjectives, verbs etc... The cliffhangers make you want to carry on, its so extreme, David almond has created a good book, it may not be my choice of story, however i really did enjoy it.

emy and millie , girl, age 11, from hertfordshire, United Kingdom, on 1st March 2005. Rating: 7/10

skellig is a very unusual book we liked it very much and we have rated it as a seven. It has very odd and unique plot, in places it is hard to belive because it is very much like a fantasy novel and in other places it is like day to day life. we ages of 10 and up we think this book good fo these ages.

Scoot and Fanta, boy, age 12, from Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, on 1st March 2005. Rating: 4/10

We think that the story had a unique plot but it was a bit unbelievable. it was good because you could relate to the characters and tell what they were feeling in the different bits of the story. however the ending was rubbish and it was a bit slow. i would recomend it to young readers who still beileve in angels.

lewis m, boy, age 11, from plymouth, United Kingdom, on 28th February 2005. Rating: 10/10

i think it is a very good book with lots of detail and has good build up to the climax and a slow downing to the anti climax.

Erin, girl, age 14, from CA, United States, on 28th February 2005. Rating: 8/10

Skellig was, in a way, a little bit confusing and awkward. Mostly, because I never really thought a crazy person with wings would be in a cramped shed, eating beetles and asking for takeout. But, the story was interesting. The idea of an 'angel' was kinda cool. I wouldnt have thought one would look like that, though. But hey, you never know, right? Besides, it's a story. :D

bbridsports, girl, age 12, from yorshire, United Kingdom, on 26th February 2005. Rating: 8/10

i think it a said story because micheal's little sis is ill . it a good story because it make you think about the differences between a traditional angel and skellig.

double f, girl, age 11, from London, United Kingdom, on 23rd February 2005. Rating: 9/10

I completly loved this book, stuff your harry potters and your lord of the rings,This book is fabulous.I read it in school and loved it so much that I Bought it myself and have read it three timres and just can't get enough.Nice one Mr. Almond.

lil lauz, girl, age 12, from england, United Kingdom, on 21st February 2005. Rating: 6/10

I liked parts of the book but not other parts. I think the book was a bit confussing because one minute micheal is talking about the baby and in the next chapter it is all about skellig! I like the way micheal at the beggining of the book he is asking about the shoulder blades and near the end you find ot that skellig has ot wings. .

Cazabean, girl, age 13, from Somerset, United Kingdom, on 21st February 2005. Rating: 6/10

i was made to read it @ school and i am not a fantasy fan so did not enjoy it that much,i think its more aimed at 10-12 year olds. him finding skellig was just about exceptable but when michael and mina aslo got wings was just too much, however the fiction side of it was quiet good, the baby storyline was the only thing that got me threw the book wich is bad as i no hav 2 write an essay on it... due 2morrow... ooops

Safia, girl, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 18th February 2005. Rating: 9/10

I really though that this book was intresting It has been written with delicacy and restraint and it is a gripping and unforggetable book. David Almond has written this novel with care and builded up the suspense. All in all it is a book I will never forget

nicole and ashleigh, girl, age 12, from durham, United Kingdom, on 15th February 2005. Rating: 10/10

i found this book very interesting and although some of my fiends foud some aspects of the book hard to understand. My teacher helped choose whether david almond shoud get the carngie award for skellig and he did.i think mant people would en joy this book and the age range is 10 to 14.

Maddy, girl, age 13, from Sydney, Australia, on 14th February 2005. Rating: 10/10

i think this is the best book in the world. i recommend it to all you readers out there. its GREAT!!=)

charlie, girl, age 11, from lancing, United Kingdom, on 13th February 2005. Rating: 10/10

i think it is amazing i cried at the end cause it felt relived that the baby was alrite i htink he should do another book like skellig cause it is amazing n i am going 2 read aother book like his

Abdulmunim Kelzieh, boy, age 14, from Alep, Syrian Arab Republic, on 7th February 2005. Rating: 9/10

I think it's a very good story, and it's very interesting and i told many people about this book when i red it and u should read it.

Carly, girl, age 13, from Goostrey, United Kingdom, on 4th February 2005. Rating: 9/10

We read it in school and it was quite good, it had themes which all joined up and everything began to join together. I loved the way michael helped skellig and then skellig did a good turn for michael. A*!!!

Meme, girl, age 11, from Golden Valley, United States, on 4th February 2005. Rating:

This is a very interesting book. I think that the author did a very good job at writng this book. Mina has such a strong character in this story. She is very out-going and persistant

Ollie, girl, age 11, from Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, on 2nd February 2005. Rating: 9/10

Brilliant book. I loved the way the emotions of all the characters shone through and how you could imagine being there.But I do think David rushed the end a bit.

Becca, age 13, from Aylesbury Bucks, United Kingdom, on 30th January 2005. Rating: 9/10

This book is amaizing, i love the sensitive way he deals with difficult situations such as death and lonliness. The way he describes the characters makes be believe that the characters are standing next to me. This book leaves a really haunting image in my mind. Skellig is one of the best books i have read so well done David Almond!

smithy, girl, age 11, from Lancashire, United Kingdom, on 26th January 2005. Rating: 10/10

Abosolutely outstanding! Skellig is the best book i have read so far. Even though it is a quite emotional book, it is really exciting and mysterious. I love all the quatations to birds and i think that this book is the best ever. Smithy

SMART, boy, age 9, from France, on 21st January 2005. Rating: 10/10

SKELLIG IS A SUPERB BOOK.ITS A EXITING BOOK AND IT KEEPS YOU GLUED TO IT. I LIKE THE WAY SKELLIG EATS SPIDERS AT THE BEGGINING.I THOUGHT THAT AT THE BEGGING SKELLIG WAS MORE LIKE A DEVIL.ANYWAY IF YOU READ IT ENJOY IT.BYE FOR NOW

Sash, girl, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 19th January 2005. Rating: 8/10

I think it was a realy toching story. Becsuse at the begning of the story Micheals very shy and not a very creative persan. Then he becomes a understanding, responsble, imagintive, outgoing and confiedent persan!!!

vicky, girl, age 12, from jersey, United Kingdom, on 18th January 2005. Rating:

I thought it was a exciting and wonderful book, and i think its great the way he describe how skellig was found, in whole i thought it was a great book.

emmie, girl, age 11 years old, from smethwick, United Kingdom, on 18th January 2005. Rating: 10/10

i really liked skellig the first time i read it. it would have to be one of my favourite books.the cover of the book looks boring but when you read the first chapter you want to read more.i actually felt like i was micheal and mina and the rest of the charecters.i felt there emotions and what they would do if there was a dilemma.ive read the book about four times in a month because im a very fast reader.thank you for reading my thoughts on the book`skellig`.

K8ti, girl, age 14, from cheshire, United Kingdom, on 17th January 2005. Rating: 9/10

i loved this book bcause my little sister was ill and we couldn't do anything for her i believe that i was touched by an angel hen she became better and now she is full of life and healthy which realates to the story when the baby gets better when skellig helps her

Dominic Kelly, boy, age 11, from Blackpool, United Kingdom, on 17th January 2005. Rating: 10/10

I think this book is really excitng and keeps you glued to it all the way through.If you are interested in a weird book,but exciting this would be the book for you.The reason it is a bit weird is because of the things that the boy gets up to(eg...Going into houses that are nearly falling down)I hope the people that read this book enjoy it.

nadine, girl, age 11, from Bournemounth, United Kingdom, on 15th January 2005. Rating: 10/10

I think the book is brillent. my teacing group have read it all and doing work on it and its brillent i have enjoyed it very much up till now when i have got to write a essay

Ali,RiRi,Lli,Rosebud,Ani,Cat x3,Ffi,Peachi,K+K, girl, age 12, from City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom, on 13th January 2005. Rating: 10/10

Our class have been reading Skellig and we have been doing activities on the novel . We think that the novel is really cool and would suggest it to anybody capable of reading it . David Almond is one of our top funkiest authors and we just HAVE to read his other books . Our teacher thinks,"what an educational book for a year 7 class to read. It explores many different aspects of people's lives and children's experiences ."

Daniel, boy, age 17, from Wellington, New Zealand, on 2nd January 2005. Rating: 10/10

First things first. I first read this book when I was 11, I had never even thought of picking up a book until this, this book started me on my way of my love of books. Recently i've been thinking about that book that opened my mind, over the years I forgot the name of that book and I haven't read it since, remebering what I could of it I put it in a search engine and came to this site. So I guess this comment is to just say what a impact that book had on my life.

gemma mead, girl, age 12, from england, United Kingdom, on 1st January 2005. Rating: 10/10

It is such a great, exiting book I could read it everyday if i was allowed i love it that much. I love the use of a literation and the way he keeps using words to draw you in. Sometimes i find that he wants you hear what michael hearing or mina or skellig.He just keeps you on your toe s wondering what will happen next.It makes you want to read on makes me want to read on so much that i mightm just get myself a copy because i am reading it at school

!+!+! Ali !+!+!, girl, age 11, from Orpington, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

I LOVED SKELLIG !!!!!!! I think it has to be one of the most Exciting book iv read this year !+!+! Most people who dont like reading are going to LOVE this BOOK from the Start. Lots of love ali XxX

emma, girl, age 11, from england, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

a great read we were reading it as a class read and we were really into it i especially liked it it was really adventuring fab read if anyones looking for something good to read pick up this book and read it! I feel that david almond has really captured the effect of the ahtmosphere in the scenes! Its a book for all ages and both genders so dont delay get it today!

Tellz, girl, age 12, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 9/10

MY BOOK REVIEW! Skellig is an unusual creature that lived in a torn down garage, in the bottom of a garden, behind a house belonging to a family with a young boy called Michael. Michael lives in a quiet street next door to a nice, home school girl called Mina. The house that Michael moved into was recently had an old man who died under the table. Michael is a very respectful person and cares a lot about his friends and family. Especially for his sister, Joy. Mina is a spoilt selfish person sometimes and only cares for her mother and people she knows. Skellig is a caring, loving person who thinks of people before himself.

Monkey boy, boy, age 12, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 7/10

Book Review of Skellig Skellig is an interesting book.The book is about a family who moves into a house,which needs to be redecorated.They have a very sick daugter called Joy.Arourd the back in the wrecked garden is a garage which is basically falling down.One time Michael went in and found a man in a black tuxedo called Skellig.Michael [the main character] secretly takes food to Skellig, [the man in the garage] because Skellig is unable to get his own. Later in the story Michael meets Mina his neighbour.Michael takes Mina to see Skellig.Michael and Mina take Skellig to a safe house ... I think Skellig is a fascinating book,because it kept me pushing to read on.I would rate this as a7+,because it does have a few swear words in.

Charlotte, girl, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 9/10

The book Skellig is a very interesting book about a boy called Michael who had moved house and found a man called Skellig (who is not a normal human) in a garage. It is also about Michaels ill baby sister who has to go to hospital. The story has four main settings: the wrecked garage, Michaels friends (Mina) house, an old house, and Michaels house. The book is about the two children trying to move Skellig to the old house and away from danger. I think that it is a very interesting book because it has sad and good parts such as when Michael thought the baby was dead.

gooner, boy, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 5/10

Skellig is written by David Almond , the main characters are Michael, Skellig, Mina and Michaels sister. It is about a boy called Michael whos mum has a baby girl who is very ill. The family move to a new house with a garage which could collapse at any time. Michael finds a mysterious creature called Skellig who wants no help and waits to die. Michaels neighbours daughter finds out about Skellig and joins in with Michael to help him. Michaels baby sister is very ill in the book. I think there are lots of ways which the story links together. The age range is 10-12.

Vicky, girl, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

Book review on Skellig This is a book review about Skellig written by David Almond. The main events were that Michael moved into a house, the house and garden was a mess, his baby sister became ill. In the garage of the house there was a man, Michael and Mina tried to persuade him to move out of the garage because the builders were coming and they were going to knock it down. The story is mainly set in Michaels house and garage but also it is set in Minas house. The characters are mainly realistic apart from the man- Skellig in the garage. The theme in the story is mainly birds and things that fly and how people think we evolved from them. In conclusion I think Skelling is an amazing book and David Almond is a super author Vicky

amy, girl, age 11, from bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 7/10

A book review on Skellig The Author of this book is David Almond, and this book is an adventure story. This story is about a boy named Michael who is about 12 years old. He and his family move house just after Michaels baby sister is born, but unfortunately the baby is extremely ill. Michael found a strange creature in the garage named Skellig. Michael made friends with a girl called mina his next door neighbour. They began to share secrets and mina showed Michael a secret place in a attic full of owls. So Michael showed Mina Skellig. They both helped Skellig to get better and stronger. They moved Skellig to the owls in the attic as well. When Michaels baby sister had to have a heart operation Skellig ... I think this book has a great story very magical but sometimes there is a bit too much description. I give this book 7 out of 10. I would recommend this book to any one who really believes in angels and magic.

holly, girl, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating:

Skellig This book was brilliant because David Almond, used great places to set the scene. For instance the broken dirty garage ready to claps to the ground. Michael didnt know what was in there and one time he decided to go in there and discover a human looking creature with odd shoulder blades and arthritis. I thought that the DANGER house was a very good setting because tension was building when Mina and Michael walked into the house through the creaky floorboards. The characters where great and realistic to most people. The ideas of the ill baby and no sight of Skellig at the same time were hard to think. From my point of view I give this book 9/10 it was great fun.

whazz-up, boy, age 12, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 8/10

i really liked it because it concentrated mainly on creatures and mystical happenings SKELLIG BOOK REVIEW This book called Skellig isnt just a 4 out of 5 star rating it is a best seller according to many childrens book shops around Bristol, it is written by one of the best authors, David Almond. PLOTS/EVENTS In Skellig the main plot for Michael is to rescue an endangered man (more creature). The Setting Based in a garage in Michaels back garden. Characters Main character: Michael some other characters: Mina and Coot. Themes and main ideas in story One of the main ideas in the story was for Michael and Mina to rescue the man from the garage. Conclusion Overall a very good book with some mild language.

Ellie, girl, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 4/10

A Book Review Of Skellig I think the book of Skellig was boring because its not my type of book or in other words its not my type of genre. But different parts of the book were quite funny. I also didnt like it because I didnt understand some of the words from the book and I also didnt understand little sections of the book. I also found it boring because it kept repeating 27 and 53. I think Skellig was described really well as the other characters were not described as well. Two of the main points are when Michael found Skellig in the garage also when the baby became ill. David Almond wrote Skellig.

Becky, girl, age 12, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 8/10

The main idea and moral of the story is that if you help someone that not only will you feel good and kind-hearted that it will probably come back your way and you will be helped yourself. As they say one good turn deserves another. This book challenges the reader in many ways, showing both sides of an aurgument to showing how everything has a consequence, good or bad. Its a fantastic mythical read to baffle your brains or send chills up your spine!

jess, girl, age 11, from bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating:

A book review of SKELLIG This book review is about the book (story) SKELLIG. The plot of the story is someone called SKELLIG;...It is about a family that has moved into a new house, their garage is described to be dirty and whilst SKELLIG was helping the family he was living in there. Michael (the son of the family, the main character) had a baby sister called Joy; and she had to stay in hospital for a very long time. But in the end she returned home safely. The setting; is known to be very dirty and dusty in the garage. It describes what its got in there and what it looks like. In the house it tells you what it looks like, before they started decorating. The only main character was Michael who had a friend called Mina; and she would help SKELLIG by giving him 27 and 53. Theyre were also the mum and dad of Michael; and his baby sister Joy. This story was a good one, which had a lot of description in it. A lot of description in a story makes it more intresting to read.

bobbie, girl, age 11, from bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating:

Book review of Skellig Skellig is a book that has different feelings and moods in it. There are sad parts in it and bits that make you want to laugh. The main character Michael and his family have recently moved to a new house where they found a man in the garage (Skellig). He then made a friend called Mina, both they visit Skellig to comfort him because he had Arthritis. Michael brought Skellig 27 and 53 from the Chinese take away to cure him. They then take him to an old house where they keep Skellig and to make him better...

beaver, boy, age 12, from keynshan, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 8/10

Skellig is a fantasy fiction book about a sort of guardian angel. The plot is based around someone who has a problem, then finds something or someone mystical then the object or creature does something to help. The place settings are mostly scary, old or vandalised in someway to some people. The main place settings are Michaels garage where he finds Skellig, Michaels house, which is where he is doing repairs with his dad, minas front garden where most of the conversations go on, the house where they took Skellig and the hospital where his baby sister is. The characters are funny at times and show all emotions spaced throughout the whole book and they are very realistic giving the right responses and the right information. My conclusion to the book Skellig is it is a good book to read if you are aged between 10 and 20 years old and enjoy fantasy books. The book contains a variety of language skills such as connectives, tense, first person(second) and speech

Natalie, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

Skellig I think the book of skellig is really really good because the characters are very interesting and they are described very well by the author, David Almond. Almond makes them seem so real. The main points of the story is when Michael found Skellig in the garage and also how the baby got ill. Then Michael found a girl who is called Mina and then they become close friends... David Almond is a really good author because he describes the characters with excellent description.

ashcrack, boy, age 12, from bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 8/10

Skellig is a story based on a man called skellig, Michael, mina and Michaels ill baby sister. Its set in a normal everyday life, and the story is based on life, death and birds. Mina is a girl obsessed with birds and is taught at home; on the other hand Michael is a boy who goes to school. Michael in his garage found Skellig... Its a very interesting book and is a fantasy genre.

Biggsey, girl, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 8/10

I thought it was a really touching book and it was really adictive to read especially when you didn't know what he was. Overall I thought it was a really good book for people who liked magical books and it's pointed towards 11's and over.

oi stop looking at my name nosey, boy, age 12, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 8/10

Skellig Book review. This review is about a book called Skellig written by David Almond. I would recommend this book because you can really picture the characters in your mind and relate to them. The main characters are Mina a girl having home schooling, Michael a boy just moved into a new house and skellig a mysterious figure. The setting is a disused garage in Michaels back garden and a disused house those are the main settings. Quite simple but David Almond has described them perfectly... I recommend this book for 11+ and has some mild language in it.

Jay C, boy, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 9/10

Book Review On Skellig In this book review I will be informing you of my opinion about the David Almond book Skellig. I believe that Skellig is the most on the edge of your seat book I have ever read but on the other hand I think it is much to farfetched as ... In the book I adore how David Almond makes the characters sound so realistic and how well he describes the settings of the events. In my opinion Skellig is a very enjoyable book but only suitable for children over the age of 10 as there is quite a bit of rude and offensive words.

Levy, girl, age 12, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 8/10

Book review on Skellig Skellig was a book which touched many feelings and had places where you wanted to laugh or cry. Michael had an ill baby sister who was in hospital with his mum. They had recently moved to a new house where Michael found an old man in the garage (skellig). As he found he found his feet around his new surroundings, he made a friend called Mina. They spent precious moments together, such as watching owls and making things... The settings are in gloomy places like old houses, garages and deserted lanes. Skellig was a good book and all ages would enjoy it. I recommend it to people who like emotional and scary genres in their books.

Laura, girl, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 6/10

Skellig is written by David Almond and is about a boy called Michael whose baby sister who has been very ill since his family moved house. Michael discovers a man called Skellig in his garage with lumps on his shoulder blades. Michael and Mina (his new neighbour) try to find out... This book is set in Michaels garage, street and a house in Crow Road. The main characters are Michael, Mina and Skellig... I think Skellig is quite a good book but it got boring and hard to follow in some parts I would recommend it to anyone who likes mystery and adventure books.

Tom, boy, age 11, from Bristol, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 8/10

Review On Skellig by David Almond Skelligs about a boy called Michael who moves house and meets a girl called Mina. Together they find this man in Michaels garage and take him to a warehouse... The main characters are Michael, Mina, Michaels ill baby sister and a man called Skellig... Its all about life and death and also birds..., as birds fascinate Mina... In conclusion, I think this book is excellent and fantastic. Its multi-genred and an amazing story. Tom

kelly, girl, age 11, from keynsham, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

I think the book skellig is really really good. The characters are described really well by the author I feel that I was actually there. The main points of the story were, when Michael found skellig in the garage, then how the baby got ill, he finds a girl called mina they then become friends, Michael shows mina skellig, they move skellig to a safer place, the babys really ill... David Almond is a really good author, how he described the characters was just excellent, I will definitely read the book again. And in the end they decided to call the baby joy.

kate , girl, age 12, from england, United Kingdom, on 14th December 2004. Rating:

My book review on skellig! The book skellig was quite good the way they set the settings and the language wasn`t that hard. The book will be good for the age range of about 10- 15 if they had a adult with them just for encase there is any hard words. They way the author describes skellig and the attic is brilliant! It was brilliant the way the birds and wings and skellig popped up in different places in the book and then it all just linked! This was a very good book and hopefully the author will bring out some more books like skellig!

Mr Blobby, boy, age 11, from Muxton (shropshire), United Kingdom, on 10th December 2004. Rating: 1/10

I hated it it dragged on way to much everyone else in my class loved it itwas confusing

Betty, girl, age 11, from Telford, United Kingdom, on 9th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

This book was fab. It was a very good story!! I liked Mina she was very clever My best bit was the end it was nice to see it ending happily and i like the name joy!!!

Niall, boy, age 12, from Herts I go to St. Mics!, United Kingdom, on 9th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

I luv this book because I'm reading it in my English class and we read some of it each lesson and the whole class moans when we have to stop because it's a fab book! I luv the way David Almond writes his books and Skellig has encouraged me to read more of his books which I recomend to!

Ailsa, girl, age 12, from Leominster, United Kingdom, on 8th December 2004. Rating: 9/10

Me and my class started reading skellig about a month ago, I really enjoyed it and thought it was interesting and David Almond was a great author. I would definately read this book again.

Emily, girl, age 12 years old, from Herts, United Kingdom, on 7th December 2004. Rating: 9/10

I am reading this book in my English class at the moment and I think its fab! I love the way it keeps you on the edge of your seat! I'm dying to know who skellig was or is! I can't wait to finish this book!

Bukky, girl, age 11, from Manchester, United Kingdom, on 7th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

I think this book is really good. I got into it immediately. I also think David Almond is a great author and i rate thise book a 10/10. Everyone should read it. There are parts in the book that amkke you feel as if you were there like you're enchanted then suddenly you are snapped out of the fantasy world by some calling you. I also like this book because you dont know what skellig is all my friends think he's an angel i still dont know.

ellie, girl, age 12, from United Kingdom, on 7th December 2004. Rating: 5/10

i think that its a very good book because i try to speculate what will happen.and it puts images in to my head but im only on chapter 18 at school

andrea , girl, age 12, from solihull, United Kingdom, on 5th December 2004. Rating: 10/10

i think it was really good and catchy i sopose i liked mina she was o.k michal was good but skelig was weird and i sopose interesting it was a brilliant book i want to read it over and over again.

gem , girl, age 11 years old, from Jarrow, United Kingdom, on 27th November 2004. Rating:

Really good book weve been reading it in english. Skellig sounds wierd untill you find out what he is like.

Mimi , girl, age 11, from Los Angeles, United States, on 26th November 2004. Rating: 10/10

I loved this book! It is an intense, gripping story. This story reminds me of E.T. I read this book in my English class.

Abbie, girl, age 12, from London, United Kingdom, on 26th November 2004. Rating: 8/10

i really liked this book but i think the reason i gave it a 8/10 was because i didn't like the way Michael had to follow Mina and do everything she did. it was like Mina was totally controlling him - which i disliked. but apart from tahat i think the book was book of suspence and it was very emotional.

Sabz, girl, age 11, from london, United Kingdom, on 22nd November 2004. Rating: 9/10

WE'VE READ HALF OF THE BOOK IN SCHOOL IN MY ENGLISH CLASS AND I THINK IT'S FAB!

nikki ryan, girl, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 20th November 2004. Rating: 10/10

I love the book skellig we read in school and the characters i love them all.Mina and michael are my favourite characters and i like the story alot we have nearly read the whole book we are on chapter thirty nine we all want to read skellig.

Jacko, boy, age 13, from yeovil, United Kingdom, on 17th November 2004. Rating: 9/10

the book is brill and it is best for kids who are reading it at school as it get you into reading!

fordy, boy, age 12, from sheffield, United Kingdom, on 17th November 2004. Rating: 8/10

We read it at school in class. It really made feel as though i was there in it with michael and mina. It is one of the best books ihave EVER read!!!! and i would reccomend it for people of all ages.

Tara, girl, age 13, from LONDON, United Kingdom, on 13th November 2004. Rating:

i never read books i only read it because i had no choice it was at school, but this realy is a great book!! i really recomend David Almound books and this also is his first book so go on ALMOUND!!!!

Hattie John, girl, age 13, from Pembrokeshire, United Kingdom, on 9th November 2004. Rating: 9/10

I think yhe book is fab!!!! I think it has a great story line and the end is really sad but really happy as well. we are doing an english project and it has been fun:):):):):):)

midge, girl, age 11, from Manchester, United Kingdom, on 9th November 2004. Rating: 9/10

As a eleven year old it was a very good book. I did not expect Skellig to have wings, i wanted it to be more realistic and that was the bad bit of the book. My best part was that the baby was alive at the end and it made me as the reader to be touched by the whole thing.

mel, girl, age 12, from sydney, Australia, on 7th November 2004. Rating: 9/10

I think "Skellig" is a tremendous book for all ages. It is a mysteriouse book that gets you wanting to know what will happen next.Personly i read it in two days because i really wanted to know what will happen.In conclusion skellig is a FANTASTIC mystery book for anyone.So have a go and try the first couple of chapters if it doesnt sound good OR its not your type dont read it. but NEVER JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!

UDO, boy, age 12, from Birmingham, United Kingdom, on 4th November 2004. Rating: 9/10

i think this book is one of the best i've ever read in school. we were reading it as a novel in school and it was just tremendous. it is kind of boring in the begginning but as the story unfolds it becomes better and better by the minute. it is a very touching and moving story full of funniness, sadness and the plot is very demanding. I'll recommend it to anyone aged 9-14 as it is sad and even might leave a tear in your eye!! definetly 9/10!! get it!

joey, boy, age 11, from thurnscoe, United Kingdom, on 3rd November 2004. Rating: 8/10

its the best ever book i ever read im doing a review on for my english class im reading the libury copy it great it is greaaaatttttttt !!!!!

sylvie, age 12, from london, United Kingdom, on 3rd November 2004. Rating: 1/10

i think this was the worst book that has ever been written !! i am sorry to say such things !! david has written many good books but THIS ?? its soo slow and boring !! we are reading it in my school in yr8 and my teacher found this book in the library !! she read the blurb and liked the sound of it !! when we got 3/4 through the book in that lesson ( i am in the top class so we are very quick readers ) my teacher actually closed the book and asked whether we wanted to read a different book !! it is not pleasant to say such things but i simply can not tell a lie !!

Kathryn, girl, age 11, from Essex, United Kingdom, on 31st October 2004. Rating: 9/10

I liked this book a lot, eventhough it was sad and sometimes quite depressing. When I was in Primary School a librarian introduced me to this book, but i didn't have enough time to read it, because I couldn't take it home and most of the class wanted to read it. Now I'm in secondary school I got it out of our school libary and had great fun reading it. Although i thought Skellig was an angel, he sometimes gave me the impression of a mix between an owl and a human.

Lily Moscovitz, girl, age 11, from Guernsey Island, United Kingdom, on 29th October 2004. Rating: 10/10

I felt that the book came straight from the author's heart. It touched me the way only brilliant stories do. I find it strange, though, because Skellig loved chinese takeaway fom "27 and 53". Skellig also reminds me of E.T the movie, a bit, although other readers might find that pretty strange. I've persuaded my friends to read it and they loved it aswell! I rate this spectacular novel 11-10!

sebby, boy, age 11, from st.albans, United Kingdom, on 28th October 2004. Rating: 9/10

I read this book like most people, in my english class. i always wonderd wat would happen next and the detail is brillent. when michael discovers mina it is realy good! `im mina you're...?` This book is realy good and the author david almond is a good author as well! my vote 9-10!!!!!! Please read it it is a good book

emily downey, girl, age 11, from newcastle, United Kingdom, on 25th October 2004. Rating: 10/10

i lived the book it was so exiting and it really hooked you into it. all my friends have read it and they all thought that it was brilliant.

GROOVY GIRL, girl, age 12, from MIDHURST, United Kingdom, on 23rd October 2004. Rating: 1/10

I REALLY ENJOYED THIS BOOK I READ IT IN MY ENGLISH CLASS REASNTLY.MY FRIENDS ALSO SEEMED TO ENJOY IT. I FOUND THAT SOME OF IT WAS A LITLE CONFUSING BUT OVERALL I WOULD GIVE IT 8 OUT OF 10

caz, girl, age 13, from Enland, Birmingham, United Kingdom, on 22nd October 2004. Rating: 10/10

I think the book is really good because David Almond uses alot of describing words and it is good how Skellig changes. It is good how he uses alot of bird related things, like names of roads, names of Michaels friends, the owls, Skellig, mina, micheal flying. it is good to know thjat the baby lives. i like stories that have happy endings

Alice, girl, age 11, from Croydon, United Kingdom, on 17th October 2004. Rating: 10/10

I really like skellig because it is a book that makes you want to keep on reading. I wanted to keep on reading to find out if his sister lived or died and about what happened to skellig in the end. It had a happy and interesting ending that was really good.

hannah, girl, age 12, from leeds, United Kingdom, on 10th October 2004. Rating: 7/10

It is really good, i get hooked very easily. The person who wrote this has a fantastic imagination and has done great storys so far, i loved it, it was great.

[Anonymous], girl, age 11, from bedfordshire, United Kingdom, on 28th September 2004. Rating: 10/10

i like the book because i think that it is different and that micheal is a very brave character. we are reading it in english and acting it out trying to do all of the different voices!

Emma , girl, age 10, from Haddington, United Kingdom, on 15th September 2004. Rating: 10/10

I think Skellig is a very exciting book to read because there is a surprise to make you jump on every page.I think more people would feel the same way if they read it.

bronagh, girl, age 10, from newcastle, United Kingdom, on 7th September 2004. Rating: 10/10

i liked skellig because its imaginative and at the beginning michael says i found him on sunday and you think who did he find

Jane, girl, age 42!, from Merseyside, United Kingdom, on 25th August 2004. Rating: 10/10

This is a magical book, beautifully written. Not just for children - more like this please!

Yasmin , girl, age 12, from Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, on 28th July 2004. Rating: 10/10

I think it's the best book I'v EVER read!I like the way Micheals sister and Skellig mix together. It makes me think that maybe his sister hadn't left heaven, and her energy helped Skellig to return there, in one way they swaped homes. Mina I think has a creative mind and doesn't believe in being kept in one room allday, she thinks you learn better if you're free to have fun while you learn. At first I had mixed thoughts on what/who Skellig was, but as I read on I thought about how he'd been able to survive all the years he'd been there and if his form was a clash of angel and human. It was an interesting book to read and I'm going to read it again even though I've already read it three times!

[Anonymous], girl, age 12, from Sheffield, United Kingdom, on 11th July 2004. Rating: 9/10

I think this book is brilliant! I'm reading it in English at school, and all my classmates hate it. I think, reading Michael's story you feel as if you, too are going through the same things. I would DEFINITELY recommend this book!!!

Fatima, girl, age 12, from Birmingham, United Kingdom, on 30th June 2004. Rating: 10/10

I think this a beautiful story told by a true proffesional writer. I am reading this book at school and i English lessons now and look forwad to them all the time!!!

Boz, girl, age 14, from United Kingdom, on 22nd June 2004. Rating: 1/10

I hated this book!!!!!!!!!!I dint enjoy this book cause it was confusing. First it was in one place then it was in another. There was nothing exciting bout the book. My friend was reading it and she even found it confusing.

Busterboo, girl, age 12, from Wales, United Kingdom, on 13th June 2004. Rating: 9/10

I recently read this book in my english class and thought it was a great book. It is very intruiging, always making you want to read more. It also made me laugh, cry and worry as the way it was written makes you feel as if this is really happening. I would definatly recomment this book to anyone, any age.

Jen, girl, age 12, from Newcastle, United Kingdom, on 27th May 2004. Rating: 10/10

David Almond has produed a book that takes you into the great depths of others feelings and lets you feel like your part of the book and at many parts makes you feel like your in the caracter.

[Anonymous], girl, age 20, from United Kingdom, on 27th May 2004. Rating: 10/10

Reading the book as part of my education degree,i felt that we were being degraded by asking to read a teenagers bookafter reading such intense stories and ideas. But i feel that it takes intelligence to understand i certnatly had to think in areas, But i enjoyed the book and had to read it al the way through before i could put it down. It was my pleasure to then have to do a presenation on the story showing education features.

Satsuki, girl, age 11, from United Kingdom, on 25th May 2004. Rating: 10/10

I thought that the book was very sensitive. It is very touching and I finished it in one night as I couldn't put it down.

Tom, boy, age 14, from Stoke on Trent, United Kingdom, on 22nd May 2004. Rating: 10/10

Skellig really does touch your heart, as it takes real life, emotional aspects and blends them with suspense and fantasy. It shows Michael's families troubles involving the baby's health, Michael's feelings on moving away from his friends and how he and his newfound friend, Mina, react to this discovery.

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