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mdevlin923's review
4.0
Lucy hears scratching in the walls of her house, and she is convinced that they are wolves. But her family doesn't believe her...even though they know that "if the wolves come out of the walls, then it's all over". Eventually, the wolves do come out, and the family is forced to flee. Lucy, frustrated that they have had to abandon their house to wolves, convinces her family to move back into the house...into the walls. After hearing the wolves living in their house, they come out of the walls and force the wolves to leave.
A creepy read-aloud good for slightly older children (grades 1-4).
A creepy read-aloud good for slightly older children (grades 1-4).
maya_b's review
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I'm afraid the art of this book isn't really my thing, and it made the story really dark and creepy, which is why I put off reading it for quite some time, but now that I did, I really liked it. It is pretty eerie, and I personally don't think I'd count it as a children's book, although it certainly could be mistaken for one (and it would be a mistake in my opinion), but it's also quite fun, and I really liked the whole story. If the art was softer, it would absolutely be a children's book, because the story certainly is fit to tell to children, but like this I'd say the audience is more older people who enjoy children's books. Or maybe it's just me who wouldn't have liked it as a child, I don't know, but I'm pretty shure I would have had nightmares.
Like this, though, I liked it, and Lucy was a nice protagonist, and I think the artwork was also quite nice (although not the kind of art I usually prefer, but it did fit the story), and although the story is a little predictable ... it's also kind of not. Because I was right, and then I really wasn't, and that kind of made the ending even better. Had a lot of fun!
Like this, though, I liked it, and Lucy was a nice protagonist, and I think the artwork was also quite nice (although not the kind of art I usually prefer, but it did fit the story), and although the story is a little predictable ... it's also kind of not. Because I was right, and then I really wasn't, and that kind of made the ending even better. Had a lot of fun!
ineffablebooks's review
dark
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
katdfleming's review
2.0
There's humor in this story definitely. But it was creepy for my tastes. Not really up my alley. That said, I have many students who beg me to put more scary stories in our classroom library, so I will be ordering this (and other title from Neil Gaiman) for them. I think they will love it.
hakimbriki's review
3.0
Neil Gaiman would make a fantastic stand-up comedian for kids. He knows their world ridiculously well, and tells stories that invite the young (and old) to let their imagination run wild.
The Wolves in the Walls is a lovely little tale about a family that is forced to leave their house because wolves came out of the walls. It isn't as good as "The Day I swapped my Dad for two Goldfish" but the intriguing narrative of Neil Gaiman and the beautiful visuals by the Dave McKean allow readers of all age to engage in philosophical discussions about bravery and the relationship between belief, knowledge and truth.
I can't think of a better way to open up the opportunity to discuss such matters with children, especially.
The Wolves in the Walls is a lovely little tale about a family that is forced to leave their house because wolves came out of the walls. It isn't as good as "The Day I swapped my Dad for two Goldfish" but the intriguing narrative of Neil Gaiman and the beautiful visuals by the Dave McKean allow readers of all age to engage in philosophical discussions about bravery and the relationship between belief, knowledge and truth.
I can't think of a better way to open up the opportunity to discuss such matters with children, especially.
casspro's review
3.0
This one gets points for Lucy asking what everyone was thinking whenever someone says: "When the wolves come out of the walls, it's all over"....."Who says that?!"
I love the bravery and tenacity of Lucy in contrast with her wishy-washy family. I love the twist near the end and her snarky comments. Another great one to read to your kids.
I love the bravery and tenacity of Lucy in contrast with her wishy-washy family. I love the twist near the end and her snarky comments. Another great one to read to your kids.
sharpy's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
4.5
adastrame's review
4.0
Another Gaiman kid's book which I found a lot more enjoyable than most the others by him I've read so far. I can imagine that this would actually be great for a kid. Also, it has Dave McKean's beautifully idiosyncratic illustrations.