Hortense and the Shadow by Natalia O'Hara

Hortense and the Shadow

Natalia O'Hara

32 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction childrens fantasy dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

A haunting, original fairy tale from two dazzling debut picture book talents, in the spirit of Neil Gaiman and Carson Ellis. Hortense is a kind and brave girl, but she is sad--even angry--that her shadow follows her everywhere she goes. She hate...

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Community Reviews Summary of 139 reviews

Moods

adventurous 66%
mysterious 66%
dark 33%
emotional 33%
hopeful 33%
inspiring 33%
lighthearted 33%
reflective 33%
relaxing 33%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

4.07

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