![]() ![]() Their worlds are thrown together one August when Winnie discovers their secret–the Tucks have not aged since they drank from a spring in the wood. Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt follows the crossroads of the stories of Winnie Foster, a sheltered child who runs away into the wood her family owns, and the Tucks, a family who come together every 10 years and who share a unique secret. I would have liked an epilogue from Winnie’s point of view to get more details about the time that passes after those initial events. ![]() I was surprised that the novel takes place over only a few days.Also, it really is a short novel–only almost 150 pages total. The tone and story are simple and easy to understand. I was surprised at first to find the novel in the children’s section of the library.I wonder how it would be different if first published now. I did not know this book was first published in 1975.□ I include several plot spoilers in this review because I assume most people know the basic plot of the novel from the movie. The movie and the novel are markedly different. First of all, Winnie is a child, not a teenager in the book. Although, I have seen the movie several times (love it!). This is the first time I have read this novel. I am reviewing Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt today. I am almost caught up with my reviews! Finally! I have been behind all year and I am so excited to catch up–at least momentarily. Hi y’all! I hope you’re having a great weekend. ![]()
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