Recommended to me by: gift from a friend
An epic in graphic novel form, aimed at kids but with an adult level of detail and complexity. Divided into sections called fitts, full of sonorous alliteration, the book first introduces a few characters, then sets the background, then describes the conflict between the joyful kids in their treehouse hall and terrible Mr. Grindle who can cast the curse of adulthood with a single touch.
The art along with the story is dark and dramatic. The group of kids is drawn as a wonderful multi-cultural mix, and both boys and girls have agency and can be the king. Young children will love the story’s heaps of freely available candy and soda and games, safe from parental rules. It would be a fun book to read aloud.
Recommended to enjoy with kids!
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