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A review by ina_hkh
A Christmas Bestiary by John Kenn Mortensen, Benni Bødker
dark
informative
mysterious
fast-paced
3.0
This book explains one Christmas creature for each day of advent: where they roam, what to look out for, and how to stay safe. Every creature is illustrated in greytones by John Kenn Mortensen, who specializes in monsters and horror.
I read this as an advent calender and really enjoyed it. I'm a fan of the illustrator from before, and I love reading about folklore - especially creepy and scary tales. I wish the tone had been a little less silly and a bit more in depth, and I feel like some of the illustrations were a bit rushed. The layout and design is immaculate though. Will probably read this again in future Christmases.
I read this as an advent calender and really enjoyed it. I'm a fan of the illustrator from before, and I love reading about folklore - especially creepy and scary tales. I wish the tone had been a little less silly and a bit more in depth, and I feel like some of the illustrations were a bit rushed. The layout and design is immaculate though. Will probably read this again in future Christmases.