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48 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Combining humour and surreal fantasy, Shaun Tan pictures a summer in the lives of two boys. Each spread tells of an event and the lesson learned. By turns, these events become darker and more sinister as the boys push their games further and further.
Community Reviews Summary of 494 reviews
Moods
mysterious 57%
lighthearted 28%
emotional 21%
funny 21%
reflective 21%
dark 14%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 14%
informative 7%
inspiring 7%
Pace
slow 15%
medium 15%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 42% | Plot: 28% | A mix: 28%Strong character development?
No: 57% | N/A: 42%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 57% | No: 28% | N/A: 14%Flaws of characters a main focus?
N/A: 42% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 14%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Violence, Toxic relationship, Bullying
48 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Combining humour and surreal fantasy, Shaun Tan pictures a summer in the lives of two boys. Each spread tells of an event and the lesson learned. By turns, these events become darker and more sinister as the boys push their games further and further.
Community Reviews Summary of 494 reviews
Moods
mysterious 57%
lighthearted 28%
emotional 21%
funny 21%
reflective 21%
dark 14%
hopeful 14%
relaxing 14%
informative 7%
inspiring 7%
Pace
slow 15%
medium 15%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 42% | Plot: 28% | A mix: 28%Strong character development?
No: 57% | N/A: 42%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 57% | No: 28% | N/A: 14%Flaws of characters a main focus?
N/A: 42% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 14%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Violence, Toxic relationship, Bullying