The book was good, with how it portrayed the theme. I like the development of the narrator himself, along with how I like how the relationship between the narrator and doodle grows. I also like the comparison between the scarlet ibis, and doodle himself. This book is perfect for people who enjoy poems, deep stories, ect. I won't spoil anything in the story, but if you don't like sad stories then this isn't the book for you.