An unbelievably fast read, this small book is a sweet Norse fairy tale about a boy called Odd who becomes friends with a bear who isn't really a bear and then other stuff happens, but you should read it to find out what.
Two stars for the read -- some day I might understand what the world sees in Gaiman -- and an additional star for Loki, who is worth the price of admission no matter where he appears. If I could give stars for the illustrations the number would be somewhere well below zero.
This short book was a lot of fun. It's familiar and cozy, like a worn book that has been sitting on the cluttered shelf in the living room for years, picked up during a power outage or a rainy day. I'd love to read more about Odd and his adventures.
This was one of the two Neil Gaiman books that I hadn’t read. (Interworld, I *will* get to you eventually.) Surprised that I didn’t get to it earlier, as it’s mythology and short and it’s Neil Gaiman.Generally, I liked it. I’m not as familiar with Norse mythology, but the story gives enough informat...
Another nice little Gaiman story, making clever use of Norse Mythology - especially the snide remarks about Loki and a certain stallion ;-) - but in a style typically his own. Quite an enjoyable little read.
I found this book at Tescos being sold for £1. I was intrigued as I had seen Mr Gaiman's handiwork on the big screen. As it turns out, this book had been printed for World Book Day 2008. What a shame, I didn't have my token with me.I got home and, whilst waiting for a particular television programme...
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