As a whole the book successfully mixes the cute and funny with a sense of magic and adventure, and I think it could make a lot of middle grade readers happy.

The contrast between goofy but fearless Cad, and over-thinking worrier Bea is entertaining and endearing as they become closer in their travels. Then he populates this glowing world with amazing elements straight out of fantasies like the Last Airbender, Star Wars or Indiana Jones. Oliver: Who once convinced half of the class that his real parents had found him and he was going to live in a submarine. Does the book contain anything that teachers would wish to know about before recommending in class (strong language, sensitive topics etc. Detailed, jewel-colored art illuminates Irpa’s radiance as Bea’s journey unveils sweeping landscapes, Ghibli-esque character design, and luminous architecture.To access your ebook(s) after purchasing, you can download the free Glose app or read instantly on your browser by logging into Glose. I recommend this book to children or adults who enjoy fantasy with a little bit of magic and a little bit of adventure.

I’d felt like I’d been lacking recently in reading graphic novels too, so this was what I’d read during August.The world-building also stands out enough to lend intrigue to an otherwise straightforward quest storyline. I don't think there's anything bad with trying to read this book, but it wasn't for me, so I don't think I'd recommend it. Will these two unexpected friends find the beloved Pig Wizard and prevent eternal darkness from blanketing their world? She is not the only one seeking the Pig Wizard: Cad, who resembles a bipedal, gray-skinned axolotl, believes Alfirid can translate information written in Galdurian that may help him find other Galdurian survivors.

Perfect for middle grade fans of Amulet and Avatar the Last Airbender, Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird is another breathtaking journey into the magical world of Irpa, where epic battles and powerful creatures abound. fell in love with the art style, colouring and even the panelling of this graphic novel at the first page. I like the book–it’s a light read, but it has enough complexity within the story to keep you interested. I just didn't like the way the shapes fit on the page, and how they were supposed to look 3d-ish but it looked strange. Si j'avais su en plus qu'il y avait un chat dans l'histoire, j'aurais lu cette bande dessinée plus tôt !Artwork throughout this first volume evokes a comforting nature setting, but also knows when to layer in the eye-catching architecture too, making the backgrounds much fun to explore. For all ebook purchases, you will be prompted to create an account or login with your existing HarperCollins username and password. The artwork is absolutely incredible - so cute and alive and dancing with textures and layers of light. To access you ebook(s) after purchasing, you can download the free Glose app or read instantly on your browser by logging into Glose. I took particular joy in noticing Bea's cat, who accompanies her on her journey, being delightfully catlike in the background of many panels.

Knowing she’ll never be accepted, Zelli’s parents disguise her as a minotaur in hopes she’ll blend with the academy’s monstrous surroundings.Get ready for humor, heart, magic, and adventure as middle graders and beyond learn to embrace who they are, accept others' differences, and discover that making mistakes is OK—as long as you learn from them. The backdrop of the forest settings and particular nature scenes even for instance, Bea’s grandfather’s house + the more quieter stops during the quest evoke a cozy vibe for sure, however it wasn’t exactly the balance I look for when it comes to my cozy fantasy though I would still HIGHLY recommend this one.