by Vikki VanSickle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Not only is this a gorgeous book, but it’s also a very good story. The perfect reminder, or maybe first time learning for children not to trust fairies! I love how the goblins and fairies are clear stand-ins for strangers or people who have deals that are too good to be true.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Not only is this a gorgeous book, but it’s also a very good story. The perfect reminder, or maybe first time learning for children not to trust fairies! I love how the goblins and fairies are clear stand-ins for strangers or people who have deals that are too good to be true.
The lyrical flow of this story, the gothic illustrations, and overall mood drew me in immediately. I wanted to buy this for all the little ones in my life, but it is 5+ age book I think. I put it in the same classification as Little Red Wolf (another favourite) in that the story is a touch dark and so better for an older child.
This is the kind of book I would write an inscription in and hope that the child might keep for their life as it’s a great reminder to stay loyal and true to what is most important. It’s also just so beautiful in a dark melancholy way. The perfect book to go back to as an adult in troubling times, or just for a reminder of what to value.
One of my favourite books of 2025.
Please note: I received an eARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is an honest and unbiased review.
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