2¢ Worth: Garmann's Secret is unlike any kid's book I have ever read. The art is funky, bright, detailed, and has a distinct cut and paste collage feel. But what makes it unique is the way the story and the art coalesce. In the story a boy and a girl, through their secret hideout, explore their friendship. Over time that friendship buds into a sweet romance. Which leads me to this coalescence I mentioned. I noticed that as the story progressed, the girl became prettier. Kids will probably miss this message. But to me it was a subtle hidden Easter egg for the adults. Reminding us that loves makes us see things sweeter.
Whippersnappers: There is a kiss and the book does mildly address bullying.
Wind-up: Garmann's Secret (written and illustrated by Stian Hole, published by Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, and available as a 11.5 x 9.4 inches hardcover) is a fun coming of age story with a My Girl feel. 4 stars
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Wind-up: Garmann's Secret (written and illustrated by Stian Hole, published by Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, and available as a 11.5 x 9.4 inches hardcover) is a fun coming of age story with a My Girl feel. 4 stars
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Aw! Your revised logo = too cute, Juju! Perfect for the "new" method you are using to read novels / books. Love it! =)
ReplyDeleteAw thanks for noticing :)
DeleteI've got a new header in the works too ;)
That cover is gorgeous so I bet the book is too. It sounds sweet!
ReplyDeleteThis looks adorable. I like the secret message, or "Easter Egg" as you described it. How sweet. How many pages does this one have?
ReplyDelete50 :)
Delete"loves makes us see things sweeter." AWWW Sounds like a very sweet read!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds lovely and with little sweet do subtleties. I like the image on the cover.
ReplyDeleteExactly :) And thank you!
DeleteSounds like a sweet children's book and I would love to see the Easter egg you mentioned.
ReplyDeleteAw, how sweet! Sounds like I would love this one. Thanks for the recommendation!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds adorably sweet and a book I need to add to the must haves for my nephew.
ReplyDeleteThis looks adorable! Thanks for the heads up ;)
ReplyDeleteI love books like that...filled with wonder!
ReplyDeleteWonder is the perfect word! :)
DeleteSounds like a delightful story! The art inside sounds great too,
ReplyDeleteHow curious...and I love the reference to MY GIRL. Great find Juju...thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletei still cry every time i watch My Girl! those colors on the cover are so vivid - almost like a dream! btw, i love your headphones ;-)
ReplyDeleteAwwww
DeleteThey are aren't they? :)
And thank you :)
The My Girl actress is now on a show called VEEP on HBO, and I'm loving her character. Sorry for the random thought there.
ReplyDeleteThat is a nice Easter egg. People say that love clouds your vision, but I think it clears it! :)
I've never heard of it. I must look it up! :) She's super cool!
DeleteAmen! :)
I'm going to have to find this one to see the artwork! :)
ReplyDeleteIt has a vintage feel to it. I love that you are featuring children's books! Keep up the great work!
ReplyDeleteYou're right. It does. I never noticed that before.
DeleteThanks sweetie! :) I sure will.
Ahh... beauty in the eye of the beholder...
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I like the covers. I like that she gets prettier as the book progresses. It seems like a thoughtful addition.
ReplyDeleteHow interesting. I've never heard of a book transforming that way. Love the My Girl reference though, even though that is one sad movie! ;o)
ReplyDeleteI don't know if it was intentional or something everyone will see, but I definitely felt it. ;)
DeleteIt is a sad one. I think when I think of that movie I try to forget the ending. :)