Copyright Date:
2018
Edition Date:
2018
Release Date:
11/13/18
Illustrator:
Seaton, Kristen,
Pages:
1 volume (unpaged)
ISBN:
1-534-30855-5
ISBN 13:
978-1-534-30855-8
Dewey:
Fic
Dimensions:
23 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
(Sat Dec 01 00:00:00 CST 2018)
Gr 7 Up-amp}mdash; This first installment of a reimagined classic Scottish fairy tale opens as young Sibylla and her two sisters race through the forest to have their fortunes told by the witch woman. While her sisters want to learn about their future husbands, Sibylla is more interested in adventure. She begrudgingly inquires after her marital prospects only to discover that she is intended as the Black Bull of Norroway's betrothed. Blunt Sibylla's lack of patience for mysterious riddles results in humor as she faces strange trials. Mimicking the convoluted voyage of Sibylla and her bull, the progression of the art panels is somewhat confusing, with jarring transitions that make it difficult to follow the plot at times. Although audiences must read carefully, the panels are beautifully illustrated with rich, sweeping details and magical elements. There are exciting moments where the illustrations are more telling than the dialogue and hint at events to come. A gripping cliff-hanger will have readers excited to pick up the next volume. VERDICT Recommended for graphic novel collections where stories of fantasy and adventure are popular.{amp}mdash; Michael Marie Jacobs, Darlington School, GA
"Norroway is really good, and you should check it out." — School Library Journal
A new adventure awaits in this fresh, modern take on the old Scotish fairy tale, The Black Bull of Norroway.
Sibylla always wanted adventure, but she didn't know it would come in the form of a giant, magical bull. Is he a man or a monster? And who knew a prophecy could be so literal?
The first title in a new series co-created by sibling writer/artist team CAT SEATON and KIT SEATON, begins the adventure of a lifetime.
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