A Ring of Endless Light

As always, Madeleine L'Engle delivers a stunning piece of fiction with `A Ring of Endless Light.' Although the main character, Vicky Austin, gives off a distinctive mary-sue air, the book (especially the guys!) are very enjoyable. Pieces of poetry found in this book are beautiful and elegant; they alone would be cause enough to read the book. `A Ring of Endless Light' also offers the reader an insight into the emotions and thoughts of a teenage girl in a fantastical setting. I would recommend this book for ages 13 and up. If you enjoyed this book, I would recommend Tiger Eyes by Judy Blume, Father Figure by Richard Peck and With You and Without You by Ann Martin as well as the rest of L'Engle's books.

This is probably the best book I have ever read. I have tried to find books to meet up to it's high standards, but have failed miserably. All books for this age category seem to focus on boys, dating, and other irrelevent activities. I would recomend it to anyone willing to indulge in thought, and I hope that Madeline L'Engle puts out another one like this.

My words cannot describe this book. It is absolutely magnificent. I first read it in ninth grade. I couldn't put it down. Even now, over 2 years later, it's still my favorite book. L'Engle has written a treasure. Everytime I read it, I feel that I've learned something new and special. Every thought, every action in this book is mine. The ending was priceless and perfect...I cannot think of any other way Ms. L'Engle could have ended it. Do not bypass this book whether you are 12, 24, or 40. I guarantee that it will open your mind and warm your heart.

Vicky is 15, and spending the summer with her grandfather whois dying of Leukemia. Commander Rodney has died, also, in an attemptto save Zachary who was trying to commit suicide. She works with her brother's friend Adam on a project with dolphin's to make her feel better. This book is amazing, and shows you really what it means to lose someone.

I absolutely loved this book!!!! I really enjoyed how Vicky worked w/ the dolphins, and found that extra sense that she had. I also loved the love story that L'Engle developed between Vicky and Adam. It kept me reading always wanting to know what happened. I thought this was a fabulous wonderful book, and will recommend it to many people!!!

This book was much differant than I expected it to be. When my friend told me about it I figured it was just another one where the girl likes the guy and of course gets the guy in the end. Now it was somewhat like that, but she (Vicky) also faced other meaningful tough events.

The beginning of the book was odd to me but by the end I was really enjoying it. The book started in a funeral and slowly set up what all was going on. It took me awhile to really understand all of the charactors, but it made the book better.

I suggest this book to people who want a fun intersesting read. You also can't mind having a poem recited now and than. A Ring of Endless Light was good and I suggest it to almost anyone.

This is a beautifully-written, incredible book. Lydia is a strong-willed, well-defined character, who it is impossible not to like. The way she tells her story, using words that are at the same time elegant and eloquent, but achingly, forcefully human, is entrancing and makes time just fly by as the story goes on. As it does, it becomes increasingly clear that what is important here is not the plot itself, but the incredible young woman who serves as a narrator. The book's title, "A Ring of Endless Light", is not only the name of a poem by 17th-century author Henry Vaughn, referenced throughout the novel, but also a perfect description of our protagonist. It is impossible to know her and not fall in love with her.

In a word, perfect.

This book was soooo good! Vicky Austin is growing up and facing a world of death, her poetic mind and soul pull her out with the help of her oneness with the dolphins. Everytime I read it I feel like I get more and more out of the book. Her poetry speaks truth the morals they preach are ones to follow for life and her life as a normal girl facing the toughest situation in her life is portrayed gracefully and wonderfully L'engle has outdone herself in the honest touching life giving book

This book deserved way more than just 5 stars. Madeleine L'Engle used symbolism and metaphors to represent life and death. She brought it out in the open in terms everyone could understand. She made the characters so realistic that when they felt pain, you felt it as well. I have read this book mulitple times and still tear up every time. This book is amazing and it keeps you reading and makes you think about the events going on in the world around you.

This book is sad, starting at the first sentance. There is a lot of talk about death, and hard decisions. A girl named Vicky, who is the main character, is spending time with three different boys. She is also having a hard time watching her grandfather die- he has lukemia. By Katie Brown, Age 11 :-)

This is a great example of the wonderful books of Madeleine L'engle! If you haven't read this book i strongly suggest you do. Through all of Vicky's misfortunes she is blessed. My favorite thing about this book is the relationship she has with Adam. It makes me kinda of jealous yet I feel dazed when I read about it. This book brought tears to my eyes yet it also gave me opportunities to laugh. I have read this 5 times in my life and I don't plan to stop. Every time I time I read it I can't put it down. If you did enjoy this book, read on with Troubling A Star also by L'engle. It is just as great and won't let you put it down for a second.

Vicky Austin's character in all of Madeleine L'Engle's other's books with her has been mature. But in this book Vicky-O grows miles. Her deep relationship with her grandfather really made me cherish the relationship I have with family. It also really makes you feel her joy when she swims with Basil the dolphin. The parts in the book I like the best are when Vicky's with Adam Eddington, and the electric tension between her and Zachary Gray. I rate this book the highest possible. Madeleine L'Engle once again relates with young adults about issues that really matter to them.

Vicky Austin comes fully into being in this story. L'Engle has created a timeless character, who deals with the problems that we face today; loss of loved one, conflict about one's self, and love issues. Although surrounded by the dark at times, Vicky always pulls herself through.

A poem quoted in this book, by Henry Vaughn:

"There is in God (some say)
A deep, but dazzling darkness; As men here
Say it is late and dusky, because they
See not all clear"

Faith explained.

OMG! this book rocks! the plot is great! zach, leo and adam all seem perfect! madeline l'engles writing is great! but in this book her writing goes to another level! i have read close to all of her books and this one is my favorite! i also cant wait to see the movie!

I thought A Ring of Endless Light was fantastic! I have been searching all over for the sequel, Troubling a Star, because I want to know what happened! I usually don't read, except at night before I go to sleep, but one day, I just couldn't put this book down!

A young girl named Vicky overcoming grief as her dear friend Commander Rodney's [demise] occurs. She becomes even sadder to know that her grandfather is not far from his grave either. These are not the only complications in her life. She finds her self in the attention of three boys: Leo, Zachary who tried to commit suicide which caused Rodney's [demise], and Adam. Adam offers an one in a life time chance to assist him with some dolphins. She of course jumps at the offer. Vicky starts hearing the dolphins talk to her. It leads to one of the greatest summer adventure of her young teenage life.

I liked this book a lot especially after reading "Meet the Austins" and "Troubling a Star." I am a young reader, and I was able to understand Vikey Austin's views and concerns, being about her age.(A little younger, but that doesn't really matter!!) I love Dolphins a lot and I wish I could have took her place being out in the ocean interacting with the dolphins. I loved this book, and I would definitly recommend reading it. Also, "Meet the Austin's" is great, but I didn't like "Troubling a Star" as much.

A young girl named Vicky overcoming grief as her dear friend Commander Rodney's [demise] occurs. She becomes even sadder to know that her grandfather is not far from his grave either. These are not the only complications in her life. She finds her self in the attention of three boys: Leo, Zachary who tried to commit suicide which caused Rodney's [demise], and Adam. Adam offers an one in a life time chance to assist him with some dolphins. She of course jumps at the offer. Vicky starts hearing the dolphins talk to her. It leads to one of the greatest summer adventure of her young teenage life.

I liked this book a lot especially after reading "Meet the Austins" and "Troubling a Star." I am a young reader, and I was able to understand Vikey Austin's views and concerns, being about her age.(A little younger, but that doesn't really matter!!) I love Dolphins a lot and I wish I could have took her place being out in the ocean interacting with the dolphins. I loved this book, and I would definitly recommend reading it. Also, "Meet the Austin's" is great, but I didn't like "Troubling a Star" as much.

This book is expressed in such detail its easy to imagine the characters and the places in the book. The plot is romantic and enjoyable, and brings a hole new meaning to life. And you can be 12 to enjoy it (like me).

A Ring of Endless Light is the most thrilling book I have ever read. It is filled with emotions, and real life experinces. I suggest you read Walk Two Moons if you enjoy this wonderful book of Madeleine L'Engle's.

This is my favourite book (hence the title). I have read it 3 times already and it never losses its wonderfullness. It is about a girl called Vicky who has to deal with her grandfather who is dying and she also had 3 very different boys wanting her attention. Even though she is confronted with many conflicts, she learns to deal with them with the help of her dolphin friend, Basil, whom she can communicate with. In the end the conflicts are resolved and she looks on life with a different outlook, and i think that if you read this book you will too!

It was written with such clarity, I thought I knew her. The issues that she brought up were important, and with the different charactars arguging about it- well I think it is the best book I have ever read.

I have used this book to teach seventh graders the idea of symbolism in literature. The idea of "light" and how one displays their own light varies greatly from character to character. There is much use of simile and metaphor in the book, and the characters' reactions to a bird's nest reveal their personalities and priorities. Because below grade level readers have difficulty with some of the vocabulary, I like to use the taped version to supplement their reading of it.

This is absolutely the best book i've ever read. You become Vicky, and struggle through a very difficult summer. I can relate to everything she talks about. Y ou canimagine the dolphins, and become to love them. L'engle pulls you into this amazingmasterpiece. If you don't read this book, you don't know what you're missing out on.

My book review is on � A Ring of Endless Light�. It�s about a girl named Vicky Austin. The other main characters are Zachary, Adam, and Leo. The story takes place on �Seven Bay island� off the coast of New England.Her friend Adam is a marine biologist.He has two dolphins he is studying . One day Vicky goes to meet them , and she figures out she can talk to dolphins telepathicly. Also 3 people die in the book and her grandpa has leukemia.
This book is about how confusing it is to be a teenager. The moral of the story is people die and that�s life. I do not recommend this book to anyone, but if you are going to read it I recommend it to ages 8 and up. Because it practicly has no plot and it�s very bad.

This book was very well written! It allways had someting interesting going on. The author used alot of symbolism. The beginning was a bit slow but once i got into it i relly enjoyed it. the charaters were well developed. Also the end was a bit depressing but over all it was a great book!

This book is wonderful, no one here will believe it, but fifth-grade girls may even like it, at least, that was when I read it. It is a true masterpiece...I LOVED it. If you are looking for a marvelous book, or a great present, this is it!