Citation: Dahl, R. (1989). Matilda (Q. Blake, Illus.). Puffin Books.
This timeless classic revolves around the extraordinary and brilliant youngster Matilda. Matilda a genius child who adores reading must contend with both parents who don’t understand or appreciate her and a headmistress of nightmares who takes pleasure in terrorizing kids. It is not all doom and gloom, as one day Matilda will discover she has an extraordinary power that will help her contend with the monstrous grown-ups in her life. Also, she will find solace in her teacher Miss Honey who shows Matilda the love and appreciation that she deserves as she too had a horrendous childhood.
The relationship between Matilda and Miss Honey is the heart and soul of the novel which at its core is about the family we find along the way.