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A review by kailey_luminouslibro
The Great Turkey Walk: A Graphic Novel Adaptation of the Classic Story of a Boy, His Dog and a Thousand Turkeys by Kathleen Karr
4.5
Simon wants to start his own business so he can get away from his bullying aunt and uncle. He asks his schoolteacher to invest in the business; they will buy 1,000 turkeys and herd them to Denver where they will fetch a better price. But Simon also needs a driver to drive the mules and wagon, so he hires a worn-out drunk, gets him cleaned up and sober, and they start on their trek across the wilderness with a massive gaggle of turkeys. Along the way they meet thieves, they befriend a runaway slave, and they struggle to survive in the wild prairies while keeping their flock together.
This story is so adventurous and fun! I really loved that Simon meets so many people during his journey and helps them, befriends them, and inspires them to better their lives. The drunkard finds a reason to stay sober. The orphan finds a family. The runaway slave finds freedom. And Simon finds friendships that last a lifetime. There are so many great themes of courage and resilience in this book!
The illustrations in this graphic novel are fantastic! I loved the warm colors and the sweeping prairie scenes. The characters are all really well designed, so that you can tell something about their personalities just from how they look, their body language, and facial expressions. The art is full of energy and emotion!
To see the few instances of minor violence and other questionable material in this book, check it out on Screen It First! https://screenitfirst.com/book/the-great-turkey-walk-a-graphic-novel-adaptation-2493873
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
This story is so adventurous and fun! I really loved that Simon meets so many people during his journey and helps them, befriends them, and inspires them to better their lives. The drunkard finds a reason to stay sober. The orphan finds a family. The runaway slave finds freedom. And Simon finds friendships that last a lifetime. There are so many great themes of courage and resilience in this book!
The illustrations in this graphic novel are fantastic! I loved the warm colors and the sweeping prairie scenes. The characters are all really well designed, so that you can tell something about their personalities just from how they look, their body language, and facial expressions. The art is full of energy and emotion!
To see the few instances of minor violence and other questionable material in this book, check it out on Screen It First! https://screenitfirst.com/book/the-great-turkey-walk-a-graphic-novel-adaptation-2493873
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.