hjswinford's review
4.0
A decent adaptation of the book, though with the pictures of the creatures instead of having everything left up to imagination, it was far less creepy. Adapted for a younger audience, as well, which makes the classic science fiction story a bit more accessible to elementary readers. As such, some of the philosophy is left out, which is a shame. Kids are smarter than we give them credit for. But it's still got good art and is a stepping stone toward reading the real thing.
jmbz38's review
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.5
briwhatyareading's review
3.0
A middle-grade retelling of the HG Wells classic, this story is as weird as I remember it being, but this version has even weirder illustrations, and none of them look like Val Kilmer.
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