jackirenee's review
5.0
I a great fan of Norse Mythology and have struggled to find retellings that are easy to consume so that I may share them with my son. This book was wonderful and I cannot wait to read it to him. The enhancements to the original Edda added dimension to the Gods, as well as to side characters. My only disappointment was that Freyja was portrayed much to frivolous for her true essence.
I only wish the author had re-told more of the Eddas. Great and fast read!
I only wish the author had re-told more of the Eddas. Great and fast read!
loquitacass's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
sassychortle's review
4.0
I love Bruce Coville’s books and learning a bit about Norse mythology while laughing our heads off was a hoot!
kacey's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
4.0
There is part of me that's disappointed that there's not more of these stories, more of the Norse myths being retold for children, and then there is the logical part of me that says this is the Norse myth most suitable for children, and it's probably best that there aren't more.
It's a quick, fun read and a pretty solid representation of the myth it's based on.
It's a quick, fun read and a pretty solid representation of the myth it's based on.
effectordinary's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
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