A review by serendipitysbooks
Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell

adventurous emotional inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

 Impossible Creatures is a delightful children’s book that was named 2023 Waterstones Book of the Year for good reasons. It’s an epic fantasy with seamless world building and is chock full of adventure. It’s a tale of good overcoming evil, of friendship, of love and of sacrifice, rich with mythological detail and full of vitally important environmental themes. It’s deeply philosophical but also genuinely funny. It’s a book that will show children that their actions matter, that they can make a difference, and that despite everything there is so much love, joy and wonder to be found in the world . “…the brutality is terrible…the chaos is very great… But..greater than the world’s chaos are it’s miracles”. It’s a perfect antidote, a necessary balance to all that is happening in the world right now. This story captivated me from first page to last; phrases like “instant classic” or “modern classic” are totally justified.
 
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