A Wrinkle in Time

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It's shocking to reread this book as an adult and realize how Cold War it is. It's almost an anticommunist diatribe, and in this day and age it certainly wouldn't be winning any awards for anything. It's also too Jesus-y for me, but that makes sense when you realize it was written in the McCarthy era: Fear God and hate communists. If you're buying a book for a kid, look for something more contemporary and less all-American.

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A Wrinkle in Time

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Wildly fantastic book that was definitely ahead of it's time. The existence of a two-dimensional planet? Like Paper Mario? Wonderful! And that's just one of the fascinating concepts within this book.

A Wrinkle appeals to readers of all ages. I first read it as a child, shortly after it's publication, and found it wonderfully different than any other book I'd read. It's the kind of book readers think about long after they've finished it and put it away, and while the battle against dark forces is clear, the bookmight mean different things to different readers. When I read it later as a teen, I suddenly "got" some of the elements of the book that I'd missed before, and that was again true when I read the book as an adult.

Even if some of the concepts are a bit far-fetched, younger readers will still enjoy this book because the story is so fascinating and well-written. Also, the main characters are children so there is that appeal as well. It's deep - there's a lot to ponder and think about, but the book can also be enjoyed without deeply analyzing it.

Time travel, mind control, a world beyond our own understanding - if these plot lines appeal to you, you will definitely enjoy this book. A Wrinkle in Time is one of my favorite childhood book memories and I'm glad it's still being enjoyed by readers today.

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