I was really excited to buy this book because Ferngully was one of my favorite movies as I child. I couldn't wait to read the book (because they are always better!) but when I began, I was a little confused. The book is VERY poorly written. The dialogue is unrealistic and weak. The chain of events are unrealistic which is probably why they changed things around for the movie. I mean, I bought the book like...four months ago and I'm only halfway, forcing myself along. Maybe I'm a book snob but... I would say, without a doubt, don't read this book.