Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh
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Book Reviews of Harriet the Spy
Book Review: I am Ole Golly.
Summary: 5 Stars
If, like me, you find yourself on a journey to reread the beloved books of your childhood then I have a warning for you: Beware Harriet the Spy!
As a child, I loved Harriet. I identified with Harriet. Heck, sadly for me, I even looked like Harriet. I haven't picked this book up at all as an adult. I don't know what I expected to find, but it wasn't this.
I am Ole Golly. I am a childless middle aged woman who is given to reading too much and who is blessed with a limited amount of affectionate patience. Seriously. It frightened me.
And you know what? The book is quite a bit darker than I remember. Alienation, bullying, lack of opportunity, class differences, sexism-- you name it, Harriet the Spy has got it. Which isn't to say it isn't funny and true, because it is. The best books for children are often pretty dark, so I guess it shouldn't be a surprise.
Very much recommended. Certainly as a reread, at least.
Book Review: A cool mystery book for kids and adults
Summary: 5 Stars
I didn't know this book is old, unless I forgot it, lol, but my siblings and I went to Barnes & Noble and I wanted a mystery book but that didn't have like murders and such hard topics. Something light and fun, and I'm glad I found it. "Harriet the Spy."
This book is a fun and entertaining read. It's original and enjoyable for people of all ages. However, I do recommend parents to read this book first before giving it to a child because this book contains some negativity which could give children bad ideas to use, such as bullying, mimic Harriet's negative writing, etc. As adults, well, no problem because we all know what is right and wrong... and hopefully you do what's right, lol, but this is a good read to pass the time or if you are a book nerd like me. :D
As Levar puts it in "reading rainbow", "You don't have to take my word for it. ;)
Book Review: Still Reaping Rewards!
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't remember how old I was when I first read Harriet the Spy, but I read it and read it and read it. Reading it now with my eight-year-old daughter, I am reminded of what a strong influence this book had on me. I tried to spy like Harriet, and got a stern talking to from my mother not to listen at phones. I ate tomato sandwiches, and occasionally still do! I started writing in notebooks from age 12 onwards. But most of all, I recognized a kindred spirit - a child who was not always kind, felt things deeply, and had plans for the future. I'm sure there are parents who will be put off by Harriet's self-absorbtion, but remember, she's 11! And this book is chock full of life lessons: actions have consequences being chief among them.
Plus, you and your child will laugh together!
Book Review: Makes you want to spy on others!
Summary: 5 Stars
I read this book when I was 11 years old and immediately declared it the best book ever. In the 20-odd years since I made that statement, I have read many other books that earned the same honor. But HTS stays in my mind because it wasn't a sappy kids' book; this was a story about a very real girl whom I could relate to.Harriet wasn't the average simpering little girl content to stay at home all day with her Barbie dolls; she was an off-the-beaten path sort who found joy in the unconventional; hence her penchant to spy on people. I laughed aloud as she unabashedly peered through windows and took sharp notes on what she observed. Thanks to her, I took up spying for a brief time after I read this book. Bravo, Harriet!
Book Review: changed my life
Summary: 5 Stars
This book changed my life, before i read it i wanted to be a artist. Now i want to be a writer. Harriet is the perfect role model for young girls who want to be writers when they grow up. After i read it i started to keep a notebook too and spy. When i finished the book i cried, i wanted it to go on and on. For some people they dont bother with this book but it is worth a try because it gave me a whole new perspective on life. i am re-reading it over and over and i know i will continue to cherish it.Everyday i try to be like harriet. I have even decided that when i become a writer i will have harriet as my pen name.Like i said, it has changed my life.