This book was very philosophical, and it was a different type of adventure than A Wrinkle in Time. Instead of a physical adventure, Meg Murry, Calvin O Keefe, and Mr. Jenkins go on a spiritual journey to save Charles Wallace's life. One of their companions is a cherubim, a creature made of many wings and eyes, named Proginoskes. Their other companion is the stubborn, naive and indifferent farandole named Sporos. As Meg learns to cooperate with Mr. Jenkins, a teacher who doesn't enjoy her or Charles Wallace's company, she learns about the connection of the world, and with the guidance of Teacher Blajeny, she must pass three test in order to save Charles Wallace and prevent a terrible evil from throwing the world out of balance.
This story went deeper into the theories of science and spirituality. It uses the idea that every living being is important and connected no matter how near or far. This is an interesting way to view the world and how it works. Meg, always worried and questioning everything, has a hard time adapting to the sudden changes in Charles Wallace, and the trials that she must face. But each step is important, and each being is important, so Meg must once again face the dangers of evil and save the world, her wold from being thrown off balance into chaos.
When I was a kid, I didn't enjoy this book as much as I loved A Wrinkle in Time, but now that I've grown, I understand the story and the journey the Meg goes through to adapt and change her surroundings. THe power of connection, communication and acknowledgment goes a long way when one is faced with adversity, no matter what kind of adversity. I recommend this book to children, teens, and philosophical adults. Like A Wrinkle in Time, this story is layered.
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