_all_by_my_shelf_'s review against another edition
4.0
First book I’ve read from Gaiman, definitely a great and “lighter” starter. I love the absurdism and childlike storytelling. It was great:)
Chris Riddell’s art style is amazing and gives such a nice touch to the novel.
This is definitely aimed at children and it’s clear by the story, but there’s also much to enjoy as an “adult”, the jokes and characters were seriously hilarious!
Chris Riddell’s art style is amazing and gives such a nice touch to the novel.
This is definitely aimed at children and it’s clear by the story, but there’s also much to enjoy as an “adult”, the jokes and characters were seriously hilarious!
loversliterary's review against another edition
this was so fun for my first neil gaiman book
calster's review
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? N/A
3.75
a9f's review against another edition
5.0
Outstanding story by Mr. Gaiman. My 8-year old read it first, several times through and couldn't stop talking about it, so I figured I needed to give it a go. It was a delightful, 20-minute read.
cydneydaniel's review against another edition
4.0
I always love Neil Gaiman's books. This is a children's book that's very silly, but it's as interesting and enjoyable as his others. Gaiman is just such a good story teller.
I have the Chris Riddell illustrated edition and I really think his illustrations add so much to the story. The Gaiman/Riddell team is always a winner in my mind.
I have the Chris Riddell illustrated edition and I really think his illustrations add so much to the story. The Gaiman/Riddell team is always a winner in my mind.
whitmc's review against another edition
4.0
Read with my 5-year old, as we break into the world of chapter books together. This book is great. Kids sci-fi intro with fun illustrations on every page that inspire a lot of interesting questions. The story is funny and surprising. Definitely recommend.
alreads01's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
4.5
I foresee this as a beautiful animated series one day
lissajean7's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars.
This was an enjoyable romp of randomness. The pictures were fun. The story was cute and whimsical.
This was an enjoyable romp of randomness. The pictures were fun. The story was cute and whimsical.
branwynnemay's review against another edition
4.0
A delight! The illustrations really did something for this story.