
Rebel's Holiday
A Bizarre Family Getaway That Left Me Scratching My Head
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I recently re-read my childhood favorite, 'The Festival of Disobedience', and was surprised to learn that author Sergei Mikhailov spent years developing the idea. The plot is dark and could easily be the basis for a horror movie or a film about an alternate reality. But instead, we get a children's fairy tale that's more confusing than charming. The story follows a group of kids who are left to fend for themselves in the wilderness after their parents stage a rebellion. It's a wild ride, but not exactly what I'd call a traditional kids' story.










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- •The illustrations in the book are detailed and add to the confusion of the story.
- •The idea of a group of kids being left to survive in the wilderness is an interesting concept.
- •The book has a unique and thought-provoking premise.
- •The story raises questions about the nature of reality and the consequences of rebellion.
- •The book has a strong sense of atmosphere and immersion.
- •The illustrations are a great representation of the story's themes and tone.
- •The book's themes of rebellion and survival are timely and thought-provoking.
- •The story has a great sense of tension and suspense.
- •The characters are well-developed and relatable.
- •The book's ending is unexpected and thought-provoking.
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- •The plot is convoluted and hard to follow at times.
- •The story is more confusing than charming, which is a shame given the potential.
- •The characters are not well-developed and lack depth.
- •The pacing is slow and plodding, which makes it hard to stay engaged.
- •The themes of rebellion and survival are not fully explored.
- •The book's tone is inconsistent and veers wildly between dark and lighthearted.
- •The story is not suitable for young children due to its mature themes.
- •The book's ending is abrupt and unsatisfying.
- •The illustrations can be intense and disturbing at times.
- •The book's themes and plot are not well-suited for a children's story.



