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A review by kittyg
The Curse of the Gloamglozer by Paul Stewart, Chris Riddell
3.0
This was a really fun book which revolved around Maris (the daughter of the Most High Academe) and Quint (son of Wind Jackal who is the Captain Sky Pirate on the Galerider ship). These two characters are both intelligent, resourceful and full of life and fun which makes for an enjoyable storyline as their paths cross when Quint is Apprenticed to Maris' father.
This story has a lot of really cool things in it such as glass creatures (Tweezle), Gloamglozers (demon shape-shifters), Professors, Sky Pirates and much more. There are all sorts of peculiar creatures from all over the world, and the whole book is filled with unique quirks and funny characters. Also, a huge bonus of this book and series is that it's illustrated by Chris Riddell which is a LOT of fun and his artworks really bring the entire story to life and give a very fun feeling to the book.
This is a light-hearted adventure story which shows some wonderful moments between young friends and enemies. I think there were some very wonderful teaching moments (as this is a children's book) but equally it was a very fun read and the moments of investigation and mystery were both exciting and intriguing.
This book was by no means totally care-free and there were some darker and more sinister moments which really helped to set the tone and mood, overall it was whimsical and enchanting to read. It seems as though it's a great start to a fun series and I will probably pick up the next one sometime soon :) Recommended for anyone who likes a fun children's read with fantasy elements! It didn't blow me away, but it was fun, and that's key to a great children's story!
This story has a lot of really cool things in it such as glass creatures (Tweezle), Gloamglozers (demon shape-shifters), Professors, Sky Pirates and much more. There are all sorts of peculiar creatures from all over the world, and the whole book is filled with unique quirks and funny characters. Also, a huge bonus of this book and series is that it's illustrated by Chris Riddell which is a LOT of fun and his artworks really bring the entire story to life and give a very fun feeling to the book.
This is a light-hearted adventure story which shows some wonderful moments between young friends and enemies. I think there were some very wonderful teaching moments (as this is a children's book) but equally it was a very fun read and the moments of investigation and mystery were both exciting and intriguing.
This book was by no means totally care-free and there were some darker and more sinister moments which really helped to set the tone and mood, overall it was whimsical and enchanting to read. It seems as though it's a great start to a fun series and I will probably pick up the next one sometime soon :) Recommended for anyone who likes a fun children's read with fantasy elements! It didn't blow me away, but it was fun, and that's key to a great children's story!