A Wombly-Eyed View

Troll's-Eye View

Book Details:

• Compiled by Ellen Datlow and Terri Windling
• Written by Such Authors as Garth Nix, Jane Yolen, and Nancy Farmer

• Published by Viking Penguin

• Cover designed by Kristin Smith

• Cover Illustration by Esao Andrews (be aware some of his work may not be Down Under friendly)

Important Things to Know:

• This is a collection of stories for middle grade readers, probably in the age range of 8-12

• There are some darker themes in the book, so be aware if you or your child/niece/friend/alien spawn is uncomfortable with slightly darker stories

What Wombly and I Thought About This Book:

• Wombly and I agreed that we neither loved nor hated this book.

• Why we didn't love it: honestly, it was forgettable. It's been a little while since I read this book (I read it beginning of winter) and there is nothing about the book that I found memorable.
• Some of the stories were okay, some were pretty good, but I think that many of the stories were sub-par. I know it can be difficult to write for Down Unders, and I know short stories (for novel writers) can be tough, but honestly? I was expecting more and so was Wombly.
• However, I don't regret reading the book. I did give it four stars on Goodreads, which means that it gave a powerful first impression.
• For readers interested in fairy tales and villains Wombly and I recommend giving this book a try. Let us know what You thought about it.

Wombly and I Read This Book Because:

• I've been trying to read more short stories and short story collections. I was at my college library and Wombly pointed out this book to me, so I decided we could give it a try.
• Also: this was a re-telling of fairy tales from the villains perspective. I love switching up character perspectives and I love fairy tale retellings.

You Can Find This Book At:

• Barnes & Noble

• Books-a-Million

• Or an Indie Bookstore near you!