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A review by lubleu
The Boy Who Kicked Pigs by Tom Baker
dark
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Even aged just thirteen years old, Robert Caligari is evil through and through. His favourite thing to do is kick pigs and, after a humiliating incident with a bacon butty, Robert comes to the realisation that he loathes the human race.
'There was some trouble in the house once when Robert kicked the pigs so hard that it flew (oh yes, pigs can fly, if you kick them hard enough).' (p15)
This is a short and ridiculous story but it's so well thought out. It recognises that it's a nonsensical set of circumstances so ensures that they are well-plotted and formed. The writing style is humorous and this is emphasised by David Roberts' illustrations.
'Whoever writes stuff like this is beyond the pale, he's sick.' (p5)
'There was some trouble in the house once when Robert kicked the pigs so hard that it flew (oh yes, pigs can fly, if you kick them hard enough).' (p15)
This is a short and ridiculous story but it's so well thought out. It recognises that it's a nonsensical set of circumstances so ensures that they are well-plotted and formed. The writing style is humorous and this is emphasised by David Roberts' illustrations.
'Whoever writes stuff like this is beyond the pale, he's sick.' (p5)