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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
Very short and charming. I'll read it to my kids one day. I especially love the illustrations in the version I got.
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The message felt ableist, and there were misogynistic and trivialising undertones in there. I understand that it's a children's book, so you can't go into depth regarding more adult topics, but I genuinely think they could have been handled more respectfully. It's an okay story, though, and the writing style is enjoyable as always.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Murder, Alcohol
Minor: Alcoholism, Body horror, Child abuse, Cursing, Domestic abuse, Hate crime, Misogyny, Transphobia, Violence, Medical content, Sexual harassment
Delightful rendition on Norse mythology, good blend of mysticism and humor
Beautiful tale of a boy finding his place in the world through acts of service. Neil Gaiman could read the phone book aloud and I'd find it relaxing. His narration is spectacular!
The is a reason why Neil Caiman is one of the greatest story tellers of our time.
This story is a proud of that, because it's not easy to capture a reader in such a short time, to take one on a ride and an advantage. Meanwhile making him love the main character.
A great read.
This story is a proud of that, because it's not easy to capture a reader in such a short time, to take one on a ride and an advantage. Meanwhile making him love the main character.
A great read.
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
I guess Neil Gaiman got his money's worth out of the research he did for the Norse Mythology book. This original story is set in the world of the Norse Gods and makes reference to a few stories from the mythology. It's good fun and the it's illustrated by the brilliant Chris Riddell, who has illustrated a few of Gaiman's other books and never disappoints.
adventurous
fast-paced
Told in typical Gaiman style, this is a tale of a boy, Odd, who meets the Asgardians, and even helps them send the Frost Giants back to where they came from. It is beautifully illustrated by Chris Riddell and Gaiman’s humor sparkles throughout the story. It’s a short book and entertaining enough to keep you reading. But it isn’t a very memorable one.