turrean's review against another edition
4.0
Loved the protagonist, Bera the One-Headed troll. A pumpkin gardener by trade, Bera finds herself unexpectedly saddled with a human baby.
I loved the dark palette (seemed suited to a troll who might turn to stone if she’s exposed to the sun.) Some of the elements seemed Miyazaki-esque to me—the pipe-smoking hedgehogs and the bewigged Witch, for example.
My quibble: aside from a bottle provided by the hedgehogs, I couldn’t figure out what Bera fed that baby!
I loved the dark palette (seemed suited to a troll who might turn to stone if she’s exposed to the sun.) Some of the elements seemed Miyazaki-esque to me—the pipe-smoking hedgehogs and the bewigged Witch, for example.
My quibble: aside from a bottle provided by the hedgehogs, I couldn’t figure out what Bera fed that baby!
jcarvajal23's review against another edition
3.0
Super cute story about a troll rescuing a human baby. I love the art, because it reminds me of the movies, Labyrinth and Dark Crystal. I can totally see Jim Henson puppets portraying this story. I took off two stars because the ending is rushed and there are loose ends not tied up.
lalanier's review against another edition
3.0
More 3.5 than 3. Bera the One-Headed Troll is a good, ultimately kind story. Amusing at points (that made me laugh out loud) and has an interesting illustration style. Quite a few lovable animal characters, in addition to Bera. Fans of folklore, adventure and fantasy would probably enjoy it.
thunderbolt_kid's review against another edition
This was a sweetie of a story about a troll and her quest, about finding people to trust and about what trolls should actually look like.
meganpbell's review against another edition
4.0
Inspired by Norse folklore, the classic illustrations of Arthur Rackham, and the author’s relationship with his mentally ill mother, Bera the One-Headed Troll is a thrilling, tender-hearted, beautifully ugly adventure and a deeply satisfying fairy tale for all ages.
fernandie's review against another edition
3.0
Note: I received a digital review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.
s_hay's review against another edition
4.0
When Bera the troll discovers a human baby she realizes that she has rescued it from the evil withc Cloote. Cloote has awful plans for the baby and Bera decides that she will seek out a local warrior to help her return the baby to humans. Bera sets out on a quest that takes her from her protected island that she has never left and into dangerous places where she must rely on the help of new friends.
Great early graphic novel for younger readers who like adventure and fantasy.
Good for ages 8 and up.
Great early graphic novel for younger readers who like adventure and fantasy.
Good for ages 8 and up.
periparaparasakura's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75