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Abarat
by Clive Barker
I recently discovered (because I hadn't been paying attention) that the third book in this series was FINALLY released. It's been such a long time, however, that I found it necessary to go back to the beginning. This was probably my third or fourth time reading this book and I found it just as wonderful as the first time I've read it.
Barker has done a fantastic job creating an entirely unique world with rich, captivating characters. People often try to compare it to other fantasy series or to Alice in Wonderland, but in my mind it stands alone. Though this is technically a young adult series, Barker still manages to touch on deep themes that any age can understand, while setting it in a world that was masterfully created. To people who enjoy series that take imagination to a whole new level, this is the perfect one.
Also, it's absolutely incredible the amount of work that Barker has poured into this series. I watched a short behind-the-scenes video where he gave a little tour of his studio, and every single painting that is in the book(s) is its own full-size painting. It's breathtaking to view all of those in one place.
I love art, good stories, and imagination, and this book is the perfect blend of all three.
Barker has done a fantastic job creating an entirely unique world with rich, captivating characters. People often try to compare it to other fantasy series or to Alice in Wonderland, but in my mind it stands alone. Though this is technically a young adult series, Barker still manages to touch on deep themes that any age can understand, while setting it in a world that was masterfully created. To people who enjoy series that take imagination to a whole new level, this is the perfect one.
Also, it's absolutely incredible the amount of work that Barker has poured into this series. I watched a short behind-the-scenes video where he gave a little tour of his studio, and every single painting that is in the book(s) is its own full-size painting. It's breathtaking to view all of those in one place.
I love art, good stories, and imagination, and this book is the perfect blend of all three.