Amy's Reviews > The Bellmaker

I'm a little fuzzy on all the details, but I know I adored this book. Mariel, Dandin, and Mariel's father were all so dear to me.

Instead of trying to recall details about the book, I'm gonna write a little something to Mr. Jacques (may he rest in peace.)

Dear Brian Jacques,
I only ever met you once in my lifetime. You came to a book signing at Third Place Books in Seattle a long, long time ago. I remember you saying, "I love book signings: kids waiting in line for you to scribble on their new books! Hahaha!" I've even put that quote up here, on Goodreads, and 33 people have liked it so far.
Mr. Jacques, you were a huge influence on my childhood. For years, I tried and tried to come up with animal stories that would let me feel as thrilled in writing them as I did in reading your stories. Ultimately, I think I've failed, but hey, we all can't be as good as you. And don't worry, I'd never hold that against you. You were and always will be one of my favorite authors ever.
Whenever it is that, Lord willing, I get married and have children, I own most of your books and plan on reading them out loud to my children. Your stories will be counted with The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, The Hobbit, Harry Potter, the Little House on the Prairie series, and whatever other classic books I may have forgotten.
It makes me incredibly sad that you passed away this year, Mr. Jacques. 2011 already feels a little empty without you.
Honestly, I don't know how you were doing with God, but I dearly hope I will see you in Heaven. I have so much I want to talk to you about! I barely knew you, but I really do miss you. I think I'm always going to cry a little when I read your books or think of your smile.
You have done so much for me without meaning to. Thank you for brightening my childhood with so many amazing stories.
I miss you.
Sincerely,
Amy Lind