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A review by mayonessa
The Order of Odd-Fish by James Kennedy
5.0
This book is one that I hold near and dear to me. I read it in seventh grade, which was more than ten years ago, and it has held the top spot in 'My favorite books of all time list' since then.
I am incredibly biased, but if you are someone who enjoys the works of Jim Henson such as the "Labyrinth" or "Jim Henson's The Storyteller" and the movies made by the company Laika, then I feel this book is a good fit for you. It's a great read for kids ages 10-14 and I highly recommend this as reading material for elementary and middle school teachers to utilize in their classroom (it's how I got my hands on the book), and maybe some adventurous adults who are willing to embrace their inner child once again.
Order of Odd Fish offers a refreshing take on the chosen one trope, while still sticking to the story cues that make it feel familiar and comforting. I will admit that this book isn't for everyone. There are some scenes in the book that may come off as a little too grotesque for child and adult audiences alike, and the pacing drags in certain areas and can come off as being a little "too" quirky, but I think there is a layer of authenticity and excitement that makes the book very enjoyable.
This book is incredibly special to me, but I know that it is not for everyone's taste.
But, if you're looking for something different to try and are looking for a nice break from most YA or even children's books "The Order of Odd Fish" can fit the bill if you let it.
I am incredibly biased, but if you are someone who enjoys the works of Jim Henson such as the "Labyrinth" or "Jim Henson's The Storyteller" and the movies made by the company Laika, then I feel this book is a good fit for you. It's a great read for kids ages 10-14 and I highly recommend this as reading material for elementary and middle school teachers to utilize in their classroom (it's how I got my hands on the book), and maybe some adventurous adults who are willing to embrace their inner child once again.
Order of Odd Fish offers a refreshing take on the chosen one trope, while still sticking to the story cues that make it feel familiar and comforting. I will admit that this book isn't for everyone. There are some scenes in the book that may come off as a little too grotesque for child and adult audiences alike, and the pacing drags in certain areas and can come off as being a little "too" quirky, but I think there is a layer of authenticity and excitement that makes the book very enjoyable.
This book is incredibly special to me, but I know that it is not for everyone's taste.
But, if you're looking for something different to try and are looking for a nice break from most YA or even children's books "The Order of Odd Fish" can fit the bill if you let it.