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3.96 AVERAGE
3.96 AVERAGE
I am always on the lookout for adventure stories with strong female protagonists, and this graphic novel really fits the bill in a lot of ways. Claudette longs to be a hero like her father, even though he lost his legs and arm in a battle with a dragon. When she learns that a giant is lurking right near her village, she elicits the help of her friend Marie and her brother Claude to lead the quest. What I really loved about this story is the way it played with gender roles and norms. Marie longs to be a princess, but that doesn't stop her from going on a daring quest and coming up with some really bright ideas. Claude wishes his father would teach him how to make a sword, but might just be a better pastry chef than a blacksmith. Claudette defends her little brother from bullies, but wouldn't mind being Marie's lady in waiting, as long as she is still allowed to carry a sword and fight bad guys. While villagers mock Claudette for trying to be a hero, you never get the sense that she is being mocked because she is a girl, only because she is a child. Not once is there that moment like in standard fantasy stories where a strong female character is forced to prove she doesn't "throw like a girl" or "act like a girl." Never does Claudette state she wishes that she were a boy. Claudette is simply allowed to be a girl who is interested in adventurous pursuits. What a novel concept.
Claudette and her friends travel beyond the city gates to slay a legendary giant.
"Being brave means that even if you are scared, you can still look fear in the eyes and tell it, 'I'm going to kick your ever-lovin' butt.'"
Great graphic novel for kids who love Pixar's Brave or the Bone series.
"Being brave means that even if you are scared, you can still look fear in the eyes and tell it, 'I'm going to kick your ever-lovin' butt.'"
Great graphic novel for kids who love Pixar's Brave or the Bone series.
This is a cute adventure featuring a young wannabe giant slayer, Claudette, her younger pastry chef brother, Gaston, and their friend Marie who has aspirations of becoming a princess. The three decide to kill the giant that antagonized their village several generations before. On their quest they learn what it means to be brave and a good friend.
Reviewed by Kole for Book Sake.
This book was a pretty good book for kids. I was under the impression before reading it that it wasn’t just set for a really young audience. But I can’t judge the book on the fact that it’s for younger people. For that age range it was good, easy to understand and well designed and formatted. The only reason I had trouble was the fact that I’m not one of those kids, when I read I expect a better quality of writing. But like I said that’s the way the book should be. Although all the non-common names might be confusing for younger kids, but I still stayed for the ride and I actually got enjoyment out of it. It’s a good book for kids maybe in elementary school. I’d read more if it had sequels. Book Rating: 4 /5
Graphic Novel Reviewed by Chris for Book Sake.
‘Giants Beware!’ is the type of book a parent could read as a bed time story, but on a grand scale. During the quest, the three main characters truly find out what makes them special as individuals and then each grow because of it. The challenges are solved using their brains and their childlike approach to things. It’s fun to see how they overcome challenges where warrior men had failed before.
The art is simple and endearing. The character’s expressions leap off the page, the colors are vibrant, and the storytelling is spot on. Perfect for kids and once they pass off to Slumberland, you can finish reading it for yourself. Book Rating: 4/5
This book was a pretty good book for kids. I was under the impression before reading it that it wasn’t just set for a really young audience. But I can’t judge the book on the fact that it’s for younger people. For that age range it was good, easy to understand and well designed and formatted. The only reason I had trouble was the fact that I’m not one of those kids, when I read I expect a better quality of writing. But like I said that’s the way the book should be. Although all the non-common names might be confusing for younger kids, but I still stayed for the ride and I actually got enjoyment out of it. It’s a good book for kids maybe in elementary school. I’d read more if it had sequels. Book Rating: 4 /5
Graphic Novel Reviewed by Chris for Book Sake.
‘Giants Beware!’ is the type of book a parent could read as a bed time story, but on a grand scale. During the quest, the three main characters truly find out what makes them special as individuals and then each grow because of it. The challenges are solved using their brains and their childlike approach to things. It’s fun to see how they overcome challenges where warrior men had failed before.
The art is simple and endearing. The character’s expressions leap off the page, the colors are vibrant, and the storytelling is spot on. Perfect for kids and once they pass off to Slumberland, you can finish reading it for yourself. Book Rating: 4/5
I liked this one enough to finish reading it after the kiddo went to bed.
Reading it together will probably take about 3 nights.
Reading it together will probably take about 3 nights.
My kid loved this one. He read it in a single sitting and was rapt the entire time. He loved the ending, asked for his own copy because we had checked it out of the library, and was excited to hear that it is a sequel.
"Adventure builds character. You want character, don't you? Or are you anti-character? If you are that's so sad."
Wonderfully clever dialog, adorable art style, and an empowering story that is irresistible and impossible to put down until you're done.
Wonderfully clever dialog, adorable art style, and an empowering story that is irresistible and impossible to put down until you're done.
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Brilliantly plotted, exquisitely illustrated, Giants Beware! is a funny, fast-paced adventure. Recommended to me by my 11-year-old son, I thoroughly enjoyed this romp of a story.
Claudette is a straight-talking, courageous young girl who is anxious to fight the Baby-Feet-Eating Giant who lives outside the protective walls of the city. After repeatedly hearing the stories and legends Claudette can stand it no longer. She tricks her younger brother, Gaston--an aspiring sword-maker and chef and her friend Marie--the Marquis' daughter who desperately wants to be a princess--into accompanying her on her quest to find and kill the giant, thus freeing their town from its fear once and for all.
Both the action and the humor are nonstop right from the first page. Claudette's bravado and spunk make her a stellar heroine. Gaston and Marie are equally engaging, each existing as a fully developed character. Obstacles and surprises await the intrepid adventurers. Rafael Rosado's illustrations are so rich and detailed they practically move back and forth on the pages, quite literally unfolding the story before the reader. The entire book reads like the best Disney and DreamWorks animated features.
Giants Beware! is a must-read for graphic novel enthusiasts or anyone who enjoys a really good story!
Claudette is a straight-talking, courageous young girl who is anxious to fight the Baby-Feet-Eating Giant who lives outside the protective walls of the city. After repeatedly hearing the stories and legends Claudette can stand it no longer. She tricks her younger brother, Gaston--an aspiring sword-maker and chef and her friend Marie--the Marquis' daughter who desperately wants to be a princess--into accompanying her on her quest to find and kill the giant, thus freeing their town from its fear once and for all.
Both the action and the humor are nonstop right from the first page. Claudette's bravado and spunk make her a stellar heroine. Gaston and Marie are equally engaging, each existing as a fully developed character. Obstacles and surprises await the intrepid adventurers. Rafael Rosado's illustrations are so rich and detailed they practically move back and forth on the pages, quite literally unfolding the story before the reader. The entire book reads like the best Disney and DreamWorks animated features.
Giants Beware! is a must-read for graphic novel enthusiasts or anyone who enjoys a really good story!
Cringed at some of the dialogue about the father in a wheelchair, but ended up liking this much more in the end.