book_nut's review against another edition
5.0
They are all awesome in their own individual ways. This book makes me happy.
mckenzierichardson's review against another edition
3.0
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A fun follow-up in the fast-paced Chronicles of Claudette series. This one continues the overarching story, branching off into the reference to the escaped Calavera Island prisoner mentioned in the first one.
I love how this book plays off of [b:Giants Beware!|12159923|Giants Beware! (Chronicles of Claudette, #1)|Jorge Aguirre|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1317068387l/12159923._SX50_.jpg|17130936]. The characters continue to grow, their dynamics ever changing. Gaston has swore off cooking until he can make his father proud. Marie is less interested in pursuing a princess career and more interested in making peace negotiations. Of course, Claudette is as blood-thirsty and fame-hungry as ever.
It was also fun to catch up with some of the characters in the first book (Apple Hag, Mad River King, Minu the baby giant) and see how their relationships to the main characters have evolved. I actually read this one first without realizing it was the second book. I then read Giants Beware! and reread Dragons Beware! . While this can be read as a standalone, the series is best enjoyed in order.
As with the first book, the artwork is engaging and fun in its details. Plenty of humor and adventure. This book continues the theme of negotiations and trying to find a solution that works for both parties. Such a refreshing change to just fighting all your problems, as much as Claudette would prefer that method.
A fun series for those who love adventure, heroics, and mythical beasts. Not only is it entertaining, but there are plenty of lessons along the way such as the power of teamwork.
A fun follow-up in the fast-paced Chronicles of Claudette series. This one continues the overarching story, branching off into the reference to the escaped Calavera Island prisoner mentioned in the first one.
I love how this book plays off of [b:Giants Beware!|12159923|Giants Beware! (Chronicles of Claudette, #1)|Jorge Aguirre|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1317068387l/12159923._SX50_.jpg|17130936]. The characters continue to grow, their dynamics ever changing. Gaston has swore off cooking until he can make his father proud. Marie is less interested in pursuing a princess career and more interested in making peace negotiations. Of course, Claudette is as blood-thirsty and fame-hungry as ever.
It was also fun to catch up with some of the characters in the first book (Apple Hag, Mad River King, Minu the baby giant) and see how their relationships to the main characters have evolved. I actually read this one first without realizing it was the second book. I then read Giants Beware! and reread Dragons Beware! . While this can be read as a standalone, the series is best enjoyed in order.
As with the first book, the artwork is engaging and fun in its details. Plenty of humor and adventure. This book continues the theme of negotiations and trying to find a solution that works for both parties. Such a refreshing change to just fighting all your problems, as much as Claudette would prefer that method.
A fun series for those who love adventure, heroics, and mythical beasts. Not only is it entertaining, but there are plenty of lessons along the way such as the power of teamwork.
nuevecuervos's review against another edition
5.0
My mom bought both this and Giants Beware for my five-year-old daughter for her recent birthday, and because she's a little obsessed with dragons, insisted on reading this one first. The comic book nerd in my heart died a little (it's volume #2), but I humored her, and we loved it. Claudette is an insane little psycho, for sure, but the supporting characters are hilarious and awesome.
I can't decide which scene was my favorite-- Claudette trying to bonk the giant dragon with her tiny sword while Marie does her damndest to shout diplomacy at it instead, or Zubair sending the armored poppa Augustine in his wheelchair down the hill at a flock of evil gargoyles with a mighty shove so that poppa could own the shit out of them. Or Gaston admitting that he is not a warrior, and poppa accepting this without a blink and offering his unconditional love anyway. Hilarious and wonderful, honestly. My baby girl and I read this in two sittings, and she was riveted. And I finally get to read #1 tomorrow.
I'll try not to read ahead.
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I can't decide which scene was my favorite-- Claudette trying to bonk the giant dragon with her tiny sword while Marie does her damndest to shout diplomacy at it instead, or Zubair sending the armored poppa Augustine in his wheelchair down the hill at a flock of evil gargoyles with a mighty shove so that poppa could own the shit out of them. Or Gaston admitting that he is not a warrior, and poppa accepting this without a blink and offering his unconditional love anyway. Hilarious and wonderful, honestly. My baby girl and I read this in two sittings, and she was riveted. And I finally get to read #1 tomorrow.
I'll try not to read ahead.
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theybedax's review against another edition
5.0
You would think that Claudette would tire but she is just as tenacious as the first book. I think my favorite would be the development of Augustine, Claudette's & Gaston's, father. Seeing Gaston come into themselves a bit better is wonderful as well!
nerfherder86's review against another edition
5.0
Cute all-ages graphic novel set in the Middle Ages, about a girl who wants to go on another adventure (this is a sequel to her first adventure, [b:Giants Beware!|12159923|Giants Beware! (Chronicles of Claudette, #1)|Jorge Aguirre|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1317068387s/12159923.jpg|17130936]). An evil wizard is coming to attack her walled village, and her father, wounded from a dragon attack years ago, sets out to kill that dragon so that he can retrieve his magic-busting sword that the dragon ate, and defend the village. Claudette, our pint-sized heroine, wants to help him so she sneaks out of the village with her friend Marie the princess and her younger brother Gaston (who busts stereotypes by loving to cook AND wanting to be a warrior). They use their wits and courage to defeat the dragon and the wizard, but not in the ways you might expect. This story is great: Claudette is impulsive and brave; Marie has to constantly avoid the seven princes who keep trying to woo her; side characters are also funny and memorable; there's funny anachronistic dialogue and plenty of slapstick humor for all. Loved the slick colorful tv-animation-style art.
jennybeastie's review against another edition
4.0
Hilarious adventures of the feisty Claudette (warrior), her tiny brother Gaston (chef/wizard?), scrappy dog Valiant and best friend Marie (princess and diplomat).
Something about it (probably the art) reminds me strongly of Asterix, but an Asterix for the modern age, without the racial caricatures -- I would completely believe that this is meant to be set in random medieval village in France.
Funny, lighthearted, completely fantastical, dragon-centered romp.
Something about it (probably the art) reminds me strongly of Asterix, but an Asterix for the modern age, without the racial caricatures -- I would completely believe that this is meant to be set in random medieval village in France.
Funny, lighthearted, completely fantastical, dragon-centered romp.
scostner's review against another edition
3.0
Claudette's father, Augustine, was a warrior before he lost his legs and an arm. He also lost his sword, Breaker, when it was swallowed by the dragon known as Azra the Atrocious. Claudette dreams of being a warrior as mighty as her father was in his prime and wants to travel to the Grim Grotto, defeat the dragon, and retrieve her father's sword. Her younger brother, Gaston is actually a great cook, perhaps a future chef. Sadly, he has sworn off cooking until he masters the art of swordmaking (and that doesn't look as if it will happen any time soon). Augustine makes swords now and he has even made Claudette a small wooden practice sword which she carries with her everywhere. But she will need more than a wooden sword to defeat the evil army of the wizard Grombach that is heading for their town.
Will Augustine get his sword back? Who will fight Grombach? Could Augustine or Claudette or one of the princes who are visiting Claudette's friend Marie save the day? With plenty of spunk, but not much stealth, Claudette charges through life, attacking all obstacles. Gaston puts his culinary talents to an unexpected use and Marie at last has the chance to practice her skills of diplomacy as they all work to save Mont Petit Pierre.
There is plenty of action, humor, and surprises to keep readers turning the page. A fantasy adventure suitable for all ages.
I read an e-book provided by the publisher through NetGalley.
Will Augustine get his sword back? Who will fight Grombach? Could Augustine or Claudette or one of the princes who are visiting Claudette's friend Marie save the day? With plenty of spunk, but not much stealth, Claudette charges through life, attacking all obstacles. Gaston puts his culinary talents to an unexpected use and Marie at last has the chance to practice her skills of diplomacy as they all work to save Mont Petit Pierre.
There is plenty of action, humor, and surprises to keep readers turning the page. A fantasy adventure suitable for all ages.
I read an e-book provided by the publisher through NetGalley.
calistareads's review against another edition
4.0
Claudette is such a breath of fresh air. She is so much fun and her sidekicks happen to be the best sidekicks ever.
We start out with Claudette and Maria separated by Maria's parents as Claudette is such a bad influence on her. The city is attacked and Claudette's father goes out on his own to retrieve a sword he lost in the belly of a dragon. Claudette and gang go off on a quest to defeat and army of gargoyles that have surrounded the city. She meets a evil wizard and she has to defeat him. Claudette and company win the day.
This is a great book for youngish readers. I have got my niece interested in reading this. I hope see will enjoy it. I love Gaston the cook. He is a fantastic cook and I like that Maria prefers to negotiate instead of fight a war. That is awesome. I will go on with the 3drd one.
We start out with Claudette and Maria separated by Maria's parents as Claudette is such a bad influence on her. The city is attacked and Claudette's father goes out on his own to retrieve a sword he lost in the belly of a dragon. Claudette and gang go off on a quest to defeat and army of gargoyles that have surrounded the city. She meets a evil wizard and she has to defeat him. Claudette and company win the day.
This is a great book for youngish readers. I have got my niece interested in reading this. I hope see will enjoy it. I love Gaston the cook. He is a fantastic cook and I like that Maria prefers to negotiate instead of fight a war. That is awesome. I will go on with the 3drd one.