A review by andyshute
Oliver and the Seawigs by Philip Reeve

3.0

Sharing the same name as my youngest was the primary motivation for picking this, though it was my 7 yr old who wanted to read it. Reeve has crafter a daft and entertaining plot involving a pint sized explorer, absent parents, a short sighted mermaid and a grouchy albatross among others. It's amusing and creative and has some nice moments of bravery and sticking up for your friends. The illustrations are excellent and full of energy.

The kids liked it a lot and I found it nice to read a stand alone story without the commitment to a never ending saga.