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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
I love mythology and the sorts of stories that can lie within it! Neil Gaiman has done a magical job of telling the story of Odd and his trial in Asgard as the hero of the Gods, a mere boy who knew what was needed and did what he needed to do. EXCELLENT as always, Mr. Gaiman, EXCELLENT!
I enjoyed this quick take about Asgard, Odin, Freya, Thor, Loki, a Frost Giant and a bottle named Odd. It was quite charming.
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
It's going to be a while before I let my son read Neil Gaiman books, which kill off parental figures at an enthusiastic clip--or trade the for goldfish.
3.5* rounded up to 4.
Written with younger readers in mind but still engaging enough for older fans of myth and fantasy.
A short but sweet tale of a misfit, fatherless boy who realises spring isn't coming. Sick of the behaviour of the feasting, farting men he sets off for his father's old hut. He comes across a fox, an eagle and bear and is drawn into the troubles of the Norse gods.
As a tale for children there is some glossing over/fudging of the actions of both the marauding Vikings and the Norse gods. For example we are told that Odd's father brought Odd's mother back from Scotland but that he didn't touch her (at least not after the initial hefting over the shoulder and back to the longship) and waited until she understood their language before telling her he wanted to marry her.
There are some knowing lines for those who have prior knowledge of Norse myths e.g about Loki's time as a horse.
The audiobook is, as you would expect, read well by the author. It's a shame you can't also access the illustrations with the audio version and I am sure they would be a lovely addition juding by the cover.
Written with younger readers in mind but still engaging enough for older fans of myth and fantasy.
A short but sweet tale of a misfit, fatherless boy who realises spring isn't coming. Sick of the behaviour of the feasting, farting men he sets off for his father's old hut. He comes across a fox, an eagle and bear and is drawn into the troubles of the Norse gods.
As a tale for children there is some glossing over/fudging of the actions of both the marauding Vikings and the Norse gods. For example we are told that Odd's father brought Odd's mother back from Scotland but that he didn't touch her (at least not after the initial hefting over the shoulder and back to the longship) and waited until she understood their language before telling her he wanted to marry her.
There are some knowing lines for those who have prior knowledge of Norse myths e.g about Loki's time as a horse.
The audiobook is, as you would expect, read well by the author. It's a shame you can't also access the illustrations with the audio version and I am sure they would be a lovely addition juding by the cover.
A wonderful book yet again with that signature Gaiman charm. He has such a distinct voice in story-telling.
The story is about a boy who helps Norse gods take back their land from the Frost Giants.
The story is about a boy who helps Norse gods take back their land from the Frost Giants.
A simple Viking-mythology story with very interesting pictures by Chris Riddell. The frost giant images reminded me very starkly of the Fremont Troll in Seattle.
This is a nice fairytale with a background of Norse mythology (a topic that seems to inspire Neil Gaiman very much). The story is cute and the book is beautifully made, with great illustrations in black, white and silver (loved the silver details).