Prince Caspian by C.S. Lewis
My review
rating: 4 of 5 stars
I wish I could give half-star ratings. I would have given this one 3.5. It was good, but I think I was a bit tainted by watching the movie first. Not that I'm a purist that believes a book and movie should line up identically, but there were some dramatic differences between the two; far more than in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This was understandable, since the book, for all of its strong points, would have made a lackluster film had it been done faithfully. The sequence, pacing, and situations just wouldn't have translated well to screen. But enough of that. On to the book itself.
It was nice to have the Pevensies together again, and Prince Caspian was well portrayed. Trumpkin was a much more likable Dwarf than in the movie (there I go again), and gave good input. It was good to see the main characters take to each other and their responsibilities in a matter-of-fact way where they understood their roles and responsibilities and stepped up to them as best they could. Not the best of the series so far, but still worth a read.
Favorite quotes:
"I know the difference between giving advice and taking orders. You've had my advice, and now it's the time for orders." (p.98)
"Aslan," said Lucy, "You're bigger."
"That is because you are older, little one," answered he.
"Not because you are?"
"I am not. But every year you grow, you will find me bigger." (p.141)
"To know what would have happened, child?" said Aslan. "No. Nobody is ever told that... But anyone can find out what will happen." (p.142)
"But they won't believe me!" said Lucy.
"It doesn't matter," said Aslan. (p.143)
"You come of the Lord Adam and the Lady Eve," said Aslan. "And that is both honor enough to erect the head of the poorest beggar, and shame enough to bow the shoulders of the greatest emperor on earth. Be content." (p.218)
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