A review by monsterofidaho
Coraline by Neil Gaiman

adventurous dark mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Coraline is one of those rare books that I would recommend listening to instead of simply reading, thanks to the melodic, hilarious at times, always creepy as hell narration from Neil Gaiman. Returning to it evokes the same masterful sense of disturbance and profound resilience that makes Coraline stand out among the rapidly growing genre of children's horror -- though I wouldn't say it’s only for children anymore. Coraline is truly for anyone vulnerable to independently articulate hands and the looming prospect of buttons for eyes.
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