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4.28 AVERAGE
4.28 AVERAGE
This African tale, similar to Cinderella, tells the story of a two sisters - one good and kind and the other lazy and selfish. The beautiful illustrations are a tale in themselves.
Illustrated by John Steptoe.
Illustrated by John Steptoe.
Love, love, love this book! A beautiful story that is equally beautifully illustrated!
Beautiful illustrations, and a very nice story that includes why one should welcome snakes in the garden.
A nice tale with beautiful art. But everything was too black and white - the good sister and the bad sister. And yet it definitely captured the feel of a different place and time. A bit wordy for a picture book though. 3.5 of 5.
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
inspiring
gorgeously illustrated cinderella adaptation set in africa. the story's okay but the illustrations are really what knock this one out of the park
3.5 stars
3.5 stars
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a beautiful (both written and illustrated) rendition of a traditional African Folktale, that is set in Zimbabwe. I loved this book when I was little and as an adult, it still pulled some heartstrings as well. I highly recommend this book.
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
