I listened to this on audio and the narrator was absolutely fantastic doing all the voices for the characters and really setting the stage for an immersive storytelling experience.
I loved how much this reminded me a bit like a mashup of Good Omens meets Lud-in-the-Mist. I found myself grinning so much of the time — there’s so much humor and nonsense and quirk!
I loved all the fantastical elements — goblins, elves, magic, warring kingdoms.
I especially love the two main characters and their constant misunderstandings and bickerings. Everything about who they are is so hilarious but also endearing.
I especially loved all the constant and unending mishaps as the story progresses. Nothing goes right from the start for anyone involved and it’s just one thing after another.
I loved most that this was such a fun place and story to just fall into. As an almost pure escapist, this book really hit on everything that I love, and I truly escaped into the narrative when I was listening to this book.

What I Didn’t Love:

Absolutely nothing. I only wish that there had been more. This is by far a favorite read for the year and might just got on the “favorites of all time” list!

Overall:

I really, really loved this book. This was SUCH a fun read and truly found myself grinning and giggling throughout the entire story. The audiobook is read by Gildart Jackson (who’s got a fantastic British accent), and he did such a phenomenal job of casting the characters’ voices so perfectly and making the storytelling process an immersive experience for the listener. I highly recommend this for readers of all ages!

The Monster of Elendhaven by Jennifer Giesbrecht

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhhà Lại

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challenging emotional hopeful informative reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Fortunately, the Milk by Neil Gaiman

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adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

New Kid by Jerry Craft

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funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I listened to this graphic novel on audio which incorporated a full cast, and it was incredibly well done! Highly recommend this realistic fiction graphic novel to middle grade and YA readers; they’ll identify with big themes like identity, growing up, etc.

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo

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adventurous hopeful lighthearted sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Absolutely adorable and heartwarming. I listened to this one on audio and the narrator did a phenomenal job. I don’t usually read middle grade or children’s fiction on the reg, but this was truly a sweet read.

The Wild Robot by Peter Brown

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lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

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