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A review by cassthebookseller
The Sleeper and the Spindle by Neil Gaiman
4.0
Oh gosh this was good. When I saw that it was Neil Gaiman and...a fairy tale retelling?! I was all in. This is in fact, like 2-3 retellings rolled into one super original whimsical story. I have a type, don’t I?
The best way I could describe the writing (without reusing the word whimsical far too many times) is comparing it to a spoonful of honey. It’s like watching the honey drip off the spoon with intent. It was slow, deliberate, hanging onto the very last thread before spilling on the page, it was beautiful.
I’ll admit there were times that I got so caught up in the writing that I had to read over certain passages a few times to make sure I understood it. I also wish I knew more back story on the characters in this world he created. But, all in all I really did love this.
The book got better as the story moved along. The plot twist was so unexpected! I recommend this to first of all, literally everyone because as I said before Gaiman is a genius. But, secondly, to those who want an easy read that leaves you with a smile. It’s for those that like adventure, a bit of darkness, and just the right amount of delicate touches.
EDIT: I cannot believe I made absolutely no comment on the absolutely GORGEOUS art Chris Riddell did for us. It was perfect, and I love every collaboration this duo has given us. MORE OF IT PLEASE. It’s fresh, original, and positively stunning.
The best way I could describe the writing (without reusing the word whimsical far too many times) is comparing it to a spoonful of honey. It’s like watching the honey drip off the spoon with intent. It was slow, deliberate, hanging onto the very last thread before spilling on the page, it was beautiful.
I’ll admit there were times that I got so caught up in the writing that I had to read over certain passages a few times to make sure I understood it. I also wish I knew more back story on the characters in this world he created. But, all in all I really did love this.
The book got better as the story moved along. The plot twist was so unexpected! I recommend this to first of all, literally everyone because as I said before Gaiman is a genius. But, secondly, to those who want an easy read that leaves you with a smile. It’s for those that like adventure, a bit of darkness, and just the right amount of delicate touches.
EDIT: I cannot believe I made absolutely no comment on the absolutely GORGEOUS art Chris Riddell did for us. It was perfect, and I love every collaboration this duo has given us. MORE OF IT PLEASE. It’s fresh, original, and positively stunning.