Although the lack of source notes and suggestions for further reading are disappointing, this work is ambitious in scope, full of interesting tidbits, and presents a balanced and diverse view of ecological and human history—all in 32 pages.
This novel depicts one queer teen’s journey to self-knowledge, but its uneven quality makes it an additional purchase for larger library collections, where titles by Meredith Russo and David Levithan are popular.
An engrossing collection that will linger in readers’ minds long after reading, and a perfect (re)introduction to Yolen’s rich well of fantasy horror. For fans of Neil Gaiman, Kelly Link, and Leigh Bardugo.
While the art is beautiful, this book is not recommended for most library collections due to the lack of references for any of its mythology or cultural information.
Fans of Kelly Barnhill and Neil Gaiman will love Kassner’s sometimes sinister, always magical carnival in this evocative fantasy about finding your place in the world.
With its diverse, fully-realized cast of characters and inventive world-building, this complex adventure quest is a rare treat for fantasy lovers and those who believe in magic.
Highly recommended for fans of school stories that celebrate intersectional experiences like Erin Entrada Kelly’s Blackbird Fly and Hena Khan’s Amina’s Voice.