Page 7 of 12 Skellig by David Almond
Submitted by David Moran 
(Dec 12, 2002)I think Skellig was a brilliant book, I think that the excitement was intense throughout the middle of the story but as the story progressed to the end the excitement died down. The ending with the babys name of Joy was very dull. I liked the characters and the way the author, David Almond, changed Skelligs character at different times in the story. The story also contained a lot of suspense, which was sustained throughout most of the story making you want to read on. I think Skellig is appropriate for every reader and any age, it will impress anyone with its storyline, especially children. The main part of the story with Skellig found in the Garage and the Chinese takeaways, 27 and 53, make it almost seem real. That is along with all the other life-like features such as the owls and the babys heart. Even if you dont like the book you may still learn from it, such as the meaning of calcification or what an archaeopteryx is. Overall I give Skellig 9/10.
Submitted by charlotte 
(Dec 12, 2002)I'm one of the people who have read Skellig by David Almond at school.
I am recommending this book to you because this is a facinating book he has written I think it's better than the other books that he has written that I am now reading.
PLZ PLZ PLZ read this book
charlie
Submitted by kc
(Oct 31, 2002)It's a deep, meaningful book. I never thought of shoulder blades or even anything related to a person with such features as Skellig. Like Mina says, "He's an extrodinary being." This is where things of abnormality and miracles give birth in a world of ordinary life. This is a book that should also be given a Newberry Honor. (though it might not be new anymore)
Submitted by Kirsty
(Oct 31, 2002)I honestly believe this is the best book by far, I love Mina,she is so intelligent and Micheal is so caring and confident, I would reccomand this book to anyone who believes in, 'angels'.
Submitted by Peter Hughes
(Oct 31, 2002)Skelig is a very well written book, the characters and settings are described with fantastic detail.
The theme of the story is introduced gradually with several references to wings which are carefully written to make you think about wings and birds.
David Almond has created three very realistic teenage boys who talk and act as all teenagers do.
Mina is a very mysterious girl, but Michael seems to like her more then he lets out.
Michael shows anger towards Skelig but it is obvious that this is just frustration because he wants to save Skelig but Skelig just won't move.
This book is brilliant and I would recommend it to anyone.
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