A Book Review: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

What’s the book about?

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl has got to be one of my favourite reads ever! The story’s main character is a young boy called Charlie who wins a tour through the most magnificent chocolate factory in the world, led by the world's most unusual candy maker, Willy Wonka. When Willy Wonka decides to let five children into his chocolate factory, he decides to release five golden tickets in five separate chocolate bars, causing complete mayhem. Charlie being one of the lucky winners, heads to the factory. While they tour the workshop, we meet many unusual characters (some bad, some good) who find themselves stuck in some very sticky situations. I fantastic read if you’re looking for a good laugh! 

What have you enjoyed about the book?

I really enjoyed reading this book for many reasons. One of the main reasons is that it made me laugh out loud on several occasions. Some of the characters are so irresponsible and watching them make mistakes and end up in tricky situations made me chuckle. Also, the ending of the story made me smile. I love stories which have happy endings, and this book has a great ending.

Why should someone else read it? Recommended readers age?

Anyone who has already read any of Roald Dahl’s previous books should read this book right now. It has similar humor to James and the Giant Peach and Matilda. 8 years old upwards would be exceptionally excited by this wonderful book. Get reading!

Mr Robert Dolan,

Assistent Head of Primary