Reviews

• おもしろい

  読みやすく、英語学習者の多読にぴったりです。罰として穴を掘るところから、主人公の曽祖父の過去と重なっていくストーリー展開が素晴らしかったです。

• 英語多読に最適な本。

  英語を多読する方にはお勧めな一冊です。

• my best book

  It was very readable, I reccomended it

• ペーパーバックの出発点

  ある少年が盗みをしたという容疑で更生施設に送られてしまう。そこで少年たちはひたすら穴を掘る。いったい何のために掘るのか。面白かった，感動したとの声が多かったようだが，50ページ読んでもその面白さが分からない。劇的な展開があるわけでもなく，殺人事件も起こらない。ただ毎日毎日穴を掘り，それにまつわる出来事が記されていくだけ。しかし，そこで少年たちは穴を掘るという作業を通して友情をはぐくんでいく。 100ページあたりからようやく話が動き出す。そのあたりで，少年たちは「何か」を探させられていることがはっきりする。いったい，それは何なのか。それは，実際に本を読んで確かめてもらいたい。 この話が面白くなるのは，中盤を過ぎたあたりからである。それまでちょっと我慢して英文を読む必要がある。 私はマイケル・クライトンのファンで彼の小説を3作ほど英語で読んだが，非常に面白かった。私はダイナミックな展開が好きなので，HOLESのような小説はあまり面白いとは思えないのだ。それでも，後半はアドベンチャー的な要素も出てきて，それなりに興味深く読める小説となっている。 「英語耳」には，この本が英語で読めればどんどんペーパーバックを読んでいけると書かれている。幸い，私は読むことができたので，これからペーパーバックに挑戦していくつもりである。

• 英語久しぶりの社会人でも読めた

  簡潔な文章でストーリーも子供向けなので分かりやすいです。毎日少しずつ読むと、英語にも慣れてきて読むスピードもあがり、本を読むのが楽しくなってきます。 紙の質はあまり良くはないです。

• 英語頑張りたいです

  田中渓さんがおすすめしてました

• 期待し過ぎたかも…

  英語学習者におすすめだったので、読んでみました。最初はストーリーが進まない感じで退屈でしたが、後半から興味をもって読み終えることができました。少年を取り巻く環境に耐えながら、いじめと葛藤、友情もあり、家族の過去の出来事が輪廻転生的に繋がっているようで、それなりに楽しめました。私個人の感想は期待が大き過ぎて拍子抜け感も否めないので星4つとしました。

• とにかく面白い

  作者の考えられたシナリオがとても面白い。

• Holes by Louis Sachar is a heartwarming, mysterious, and gripping story. Stanley Yelnats, who is the main character, has a poor family and his dad tries to recycle old shoes to make a fortune. The story begins with Stanley "stealing" a famous sport player's shoes. He goes to court and gets two choices. Jail or Camp Green lake. Stanley chooses camp Green Lake. At the camp he had to dig 5 feet holes. For me, the most powerful part of the story was when Stanley makes a friend, Zero, he makes a deal with him. Zero was the fastest digger at Camp Green Lake, but Zero never learned how to read. The deal that Stanley made with Zero was if Zero digs part of his hole Stanley had to dig, Stanley would teach Zero how to read. I thought this was the most powerful part of the book because this is the start of their relationship and it gets better throughout the story. The theme of the story, which is friends stay together, relates to us. For example when Zero got sick Stanley took Zero up a mountain and fed him onions. This book teaches us to never leave a friend behind. I would strongly recommend Holes to third graders and up who like mystery, and adventure stories.

• Louis Sachar's Holes is a beloved classic in children's literature, and for good reason. This novel is a masterclass in storytelling, combining elements of adventure, mystery, and social commentary to create an engaging and memorable narrative that appeals to readers of all ages. Initially recommended to me by an author of a writing tutorial book, Holes quickly struck a chord with its familiar yet fresh storytelling. I soon realized that I had seen the movie adaptation of Holes, which only deepened my appreciation for Sachar's original work. As the writing tutorial author suggested, this book is a treasure trove of writing techniques, making it an excellent study for aspiring writers. The story follows Stanley Yelnats, a boy who is wrongfully sent to a labor camp where he and other boys are forced to dig holes in the desert. The plot masterfully weaves together multiple storylines, including the history of Stanley's family curse and the mysterious outlaw Kissing Kate Barlow. Through these interwoven tales, Sachar explores themes of fate, justice, and redemption. What makes Holes particularly remarkable is its accessibility. The language is straightforward and clear, making it easy for younger readers to follow, while the depth of the narrative ensures that older readers remain engaged. The characters are well-developed and relatable, each with their unique quirks and backstories that add richness to the plot.

• red it in two sittings, couldn't put it down. quite a bizarre premise on one hand but fascinating at the same time. No plot spoliers here, just resd it - you wont regret it.

• the book was amazing, the plot was amazing, everything was amazing

• This book is such a timeless classic! Holes is engaging from the very first chapter and keeps you hooked all the way through. The story is clever, funny, emotional, and full of unexpected twists that tie together perfectly by the end. I loved how easy it is to follow while still having depth and meaning. It teaches powerful lessons about friendship, perseverance, family, and doing the right thing — without feeling preachy. The characters are memorable, and the storyline keeps both kids and adults interested. Perfect for independent reading, classroom reading, or family read-aloud time. If you’re looking for a book that’s entertaining, meaningful, and hard to put down, this one is a must-have for your collection! ⭐ Highly recommend for ages 8+ and even adults who love a good story.

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