I cannot recall how many times that I have read this book. However, it has been a few years since I last picked it up. Even though I knew the plot I still felt like I was reading the book anew.

I had forgotten how dynamic the plot was. The fight scenes were very vivid with a lot of action. It is no wonder that this book has been remade to both tv and movies.

Through all the horribleness and evil, the book is really about the innocence of childhood. It felt like a timely message for me.