A review by leannarapier
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman

dark funny mysterious sad medium-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

The start of the novel was disturbing, but necessary to set up the plot, but overall, this book was more endearing than frightening. After his family is murdered, Nobody Owens (Bod) is raised by ghosts in a graveyard. Sometimes living can be more scary than death. Fun read.

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