The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
scottpm's review against another edition
5.0
I didn't realize I was reading a retelling of David vs Goliath. I was heartbroken at the end. Goliath wsop presented as such a gentle person. Fantastic storytelling and art by Tom Gauld.
pharris95's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
mariethelibrarian's review against another edition
4.0
Et morsomt innblikk i hvem Goliat kan ha vært og at han egentlig ikke var en slåsskjempe.
jcpdiesel21's review against another edition
4.0
Spare but memorable. Gauld has crafted a clever tale here centered on Goliath largely before his encounter with David from the Bible, and it's interesting to see him portrayed as a helpless pawn manipulated by those in power rather than the imposing bully that I've long thought him to be. The simple drawings truly underscore the melancholy nature of the story.
wanderaven's review against another edition
3.0
I'm not entirely sure why I expected more from this book that I ended up with. I somehow expected more... emotion, and I found myself slightly confused by some of what happened at the end of the story, though I have to wonder if I somehow missed something, despite going back a few pages to re-read. But the art is beautiful, and worth reading the story leisurely to really feel Goliath's world.
myrsini's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
kazio1993's review against another edition
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
shanyreader's review against another edition
4.0
So I'll actually make a review now so I don't forget later Ms. Myers :)
Likes: I think that this is a book that has so much in the things that it doesn't say. In the simple words that people say, THAT's where the book really comes out. The actions and expressions are subtle and well, it's definitely a new spin on the whole Goliath thing. I mean, he's with you for only a few pages, but you really like him because he's sometimes funny, very caring, and well...it's good to see such a pure character. I love the characters because they're simple--in a book like this, complicated characters aren't needed. The bear and how he kind of represented Goliath, the shield-bearer who's naiive but not to the point of annoyance, and just...AGH! I'm rambling--this book is subdued but that's what gives it it's greatness I think.
Dislikes: ...Well, the drawing style isn't my favorite personally, but it worked so well in a book of this simplicity.
Recommended group: 6th grade and up--there's a death scene in the end (of course), but besides that, it's easy for a child to understand and it's very endearing. Maybe more for younger kids than the older ones unless they like their bible stories :)
Likes: I think that this is a book that has so much in the things that it doesn't say. In the simple words that people say, THAT's where the book really comes out. The actions and expressions are subtle and well, it's definitely a new spin on the whole Goliath thing. I mean, he's with you for only a few pages, but you really like him because he's sometimes funny, very caring, and well...it's good to see such a pure character. I love the characters because they're simple--in a book like this, complicated characters aren't needed. The bear and how he kind of represented Goliath, the shield-bearer who's naiive but not to the point of annoyance, and just...AGH! I'm rambling--this book is subdued but that's what gives it it's greatness I think.
Dislikes: ...Well, the drawing style isn't my favorite personally, but it worked so well in a book of this simplicity.
Recommended group: 6th grade and up--there's a death scene in the end (of course), but besides that, it's easy for a child to understand and it's very endearing. Maybe more for younger kids than the older ones unless they like their bible stories :)
joshgauthier's review against another edition
5.0
Gauld's quiet, melancholy humor works perfectly in this retelling that tackles themes of bureaucracy, fame, and personal goals vs. cultural influence.