I LOVE THIS BOOK. I've read everything Neil Gaiman's written and it's all good, but nothing else of his has engaged me and pulled me in like this one. I had actually read a library copy of it first and decided I wanted to read it again, and was delighted to find it on PBS.
Technichally, it's classified as "young adult" fiction but this old broad thinks it's a terrific concept woven into a fantastic story and told by a master.
If you like this book, see if you can find the audio CD or download of Gaiman reading it aloud. It's even better, hearing the voices he uses for different characters.
I'd love to think there might be a sequel someday. The ending certainly lends itself to one. Even without it, though, this is a MUST-READ for any fan of fantasy fiction or parallel-universe or "between two worlds" kinds of stories...or for that matter anyone who just enjoys a good story based on a unique idea and told brilliantly.
Technichally, it's classified as "young adult" fiction but this old broad thinks it's a terrific concept woven into a fantastic story and told by a master.
If you like this book, see if you can find the audio CD or download of Gaiman reading it aloud. It's even better, hearing the voices he uses for different characters.
I'd love to think there might be a sequel someday. The ending certainly lends itself to one. Even without it, though, this is a MUST-READ for any fan of fantasy fiction or parallel-universe or "between two worlds" kinds of stories...or for that matter anyone who just enjoys a good story based on a unique idea and told brilliantly.
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