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4saradouglas's review against another edition
3.0
I thought this was really cute. I always complain about graphic novels being way too short, but this one didn't feel that way. I got a full story out of a very short book. The characters were good, it had a nice plot, and I liked the art style. No complaints here! It's obviously not very deep and not all that original, but a very nice quick read.
wrentheblurry's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars! (My 11 year old son gives it 4 stars.)
What a cute, cute book. Claudette (who reminds me somewhat of the girl in the Pixar movie Brave) seeks fame and fortune, and she figures the best route to achieve that is by killing the giant that eats the feet of babies. She enlists her brother Gaston as well as her good friend Marie, and all three plus Valiant, the dog, set forth on their adventure...although only Claudette knows the true nature of their journey.
I love the artwork--strong lines, great expressions, wonderful use of color and shading. I'm also a fan of these fantasy, medieval style settings. Even better, the main character is a feisty red-headed little girl who sticks up for her brother, defends the dreams of her friend, and is afraid of nothing or no one. I was meant to truly enjoy this, I guess.
It's sweet, it's funny, it's engaging and entertaining. I just hope there will be more in the future.
What a cute, cute book. Claudette (who reminds me somewhat of the girl in the Pixar movie Brave) seeks fame and fortune, and she figures the best route to achieve that is by killing the giant that eats the feet of babies. She enlists her brother Gaston as well as her good friend Marie, and all three plus Valiant, the dog, set forth on their adventure...although only Claudette knows the true nature of their journey.
I love the artwork--strong lines, great expressions, wonderful use of color and shading. I'm also a fan of these fantasy, medieval style settings. Even better, the main character is a feisty red-headed little girl who sticks up for her brother, defends the dreams of her friend, and is afraid of nothing or no one. I was meant to truly enjoy this, I guess.
It's sweet, it's funny, it's engaging and entertaining. I just hope there will be more in the future.
sindri_inn_arsaeli's review against another edition
5.0
A great start to a fun new series! The ensemble cast is all incredibly endearing. Fantastic fun to read with my adventurous six year old!
WARNING to parents who want to read aloud, though: this is a series, and also a Loud story. If you are going to make up voices for all the characters, go easy on the gruff or hard to keep up voices! I've committed Augustine to a growl, and I will live to regret that...
WARNING to parents who want to read aloud, though: this is a series, and also a Loud story. If you are going to make up voices for all the characters, go easy on the gruff or hard to keep up voices! I've committed Augustine to a growl, and I will live to regret that...
lannthacker's review against another edition
3.0
Pitched to me as a "Bone" read-alike, I enjoyed this adventure starring a fearless girl and her scaredy-cat baker of a brother. But lest you think girls can only be rough and tumble, this story also features an aspiring princess who's more wisdom and substance than frills and lace. Not as seamless a story as Bone, this will definitely still appeal to its readers. Similarities include setting, humor, the inclusion of magical creatures, a sinister and mysterious villain, and characters who are not what they seem. I'm looking forward to future installments.
kristenremenar's review against another edition
4.0
Fun, fast graphic novel with spunky girl main character.
mom2triplets04's review against another edition
4.0
What a cute story about a little girl who wants to be a giant slayer. Great for middle grade.
kelleemoye's review against another edition
4.0
Claudette is a warrior just like her father and dreams of making a name of herself by defeating the horrible baby feet eating giant that lives outside the walls of her village. Through some trickery, lying and sneaking around, Claudette with her brother Gaston and best friend Marie leave the village for the first time to venture into the Forest of Death and past the Mad River to find the giant that has been feared for years. It is through the journey that she begins to realize that everything is not how she thought it was.
A fun adventure filled with humor and a cast of wonderful characters.
A fun adventure filled with humor and a cast of wonderful characters.
jenlouisegallant's review against another edition
5.0
This was so cute! All the kids had such interesting personalities, and I really liked how the story unfolded. Loved the illustrations as well.
mehitabels's review against another edition
4.0
Adorable and fun. A feisty girl, plus a wannabe princess who is tougher than she looks, and a sweetly scared but strong little boy. Lovely art, I will definitely be looking for more from this writer and artist.