Wendy Jones (1)

Well, I'm torn.

I didn't not like it. I certainly read it quickly enough. I root for Wilfred, and for Grace. I care for their fate, as I care for several of the other characters. But something seemed to me to be lacking while I read it. Well, for one, one of the major plotlines is left a little too wide open for my taste. That's one problem I have. The other is less tangible. Because while, as I said, I root for Wilfred and Grace, I somehow fail to be touched very deeply. Several of the events should have been bringing tears to my eyes, but I was left dry-eyed throughout (and that is quite a feat these days, I'm a big sop). I find it hard to pinpoint, but for some reason it felt more as if I was reading a (wordy) plot synopsis rather than an actual novel. Does that make sense?

Maybe it's just me. Anyway, middling to good, I'd say, not brilliant.… (más)

I purchased this book solely for the art. What bookworm doesn't want a collection of fairytales illustrated with paper sculptures made from the pages of books!? The artwork is beautiful and the photographer did a great job of capturing the textures and shadows.

The story adaptations themselves are nothing special. They're all likely familiar - The Frog Prince, 12 Dancing Princesses, Cinderella, etc. - but highly simplistic. It would have been nice if the writing was as beautiful as the art, but let's face it, most of us are probably buying this book for the art alone.

If you're looking for a fairytale collection with a lot of staying power, in terms of the stories, this might not be it. But if you just want to admire the art, definitely pick up this book!… (más)