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CROWNED: Magical Folk and Fairy Tales from the Diaspora by Kahran Bethencourt, Regis Bethencourt
mfcommand's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
erine's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
“The ability to imagine things pervades our entire existence. It influences everything we do, think about, and create.”
This was a stellar collection of fairytales. Every traditional tale has been updated and I loved the combination of European stories, African stories, and new tales. The new twists incorporate a lovely diversity, including some disability rep; some much needed balancing of gender representation; and just solid community values in general.
The photography is g.o.r.g.e.o.u.s and so beautifully interpreted to complement the stories. They were impressive while reading the ebook on my phone—I can’t imagine how lovely it would be to luxuriate in these photos in a print book.
“Where magic failed, kindness prevailed.”
“You will shine down from the heavens and show that no one is ever too young or too humble to create a spark. And, that the smallest glimmer of hope can banish the darkness in our heart.”
“With your great gift what will you do to make the world a better place?”
“Our differences amplify our strengths, they do not detract.”
This was a stellar collection of fairytales. Every traditional tale has been updated and I loved the combination of European stories, African stories, and new tales. The new twists incorporate a lovely diversity, including some disability rep; some much needed balancing of gender representation; and just solid community values in general.
The photography is g.o.r.g.e.o.u.s and so beautifully interpreted to complement the stories. They were impressive while reading the ebook on my phone—I can’t imagine how lovely it would be to luxuriate in these photos in a print book.
“Where magic failed, kindness prevailed.”
“You will shine down from the heavens and show that no one is ever too young or too humble to create a spark. And, that the smallest glimmer of hope can banish the darkness in our heart.”
“With your great gift what will you do to make the world a better place?”
“Our differences amplify our strengths, they do not detract.”
t_reads_leisurely's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.75
mozbolt's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
erica_o's review against another edition
4.0
Short retellings of classic European, African, Caribbean, and African American stories as well new stories of magic and wonder.
The illustrations are rich and gorgeous, though there were a couple of stories that were too digitally manipulated for my tastes. That's cuz I'm old and crabby, though. No kid is going to mind Photoshopped critters and computerized backgrounds in their fairy tale illustrations.
You can listen to The Little Mermaid adaptation on the publisher's website.
The illustrations are rich and gorgeous, though there were a couple of stories that were too digitally manipulated for my tastes. That's cuz I'm old and crabby, though. No kid is going to mind Photoshopped critters and computerized backgrounds in their fairy tale illustrations.
You can listen to The Little Mermaid adaptation on the publisher's website.
bellzblu05's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful book with great stories. I can't praise them enough for what they have created. I just love the books and their work so much I bought 2 and gave one to my niece and nephew. BUY IT! WORTH EVERY PENNY!!
emilyshrider's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
heathermassareads's review against another edition
5.0
I love the photography here. I like the stories a lot.
But those photographs- worth the price of admission! Beautiful! Magical!
But those photographs- worth the price of admission! Beautiful! Magical!