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sarahrose23's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
thelilbulldozer's review against another edition
4.0
I know it's just a children's book but I really liked it, and if you like Dreamwork's adaption, Rise of the Guardians, you'll definitely like this, after all, you fall in love with Jack Frost in that movie, and you definitely love him here.
rainmisoa's review against another edition
5.0
William Joyce captured the essence of who Jack Frost is perfectly in this book. I adore seeing how Jack Frost came to be in this world. I love the art for all three picture books and the story is whimsical and beautiful. I highly recommend you read this picture book series. It's amazing!
castella_and_novellas's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
immovabletype's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
lindsical's review against another edition
5.0
This book was a joy to behold, from literature to illustrations. Mr. Joyce has done it again by crafting another beloved childhood tale. The only problem with the story is that it was too short. Myself and as well as others, I'm sure, will long for more. Jack Frost has always been one of my favorite legendary characters, and Mr. Joyce has done this justice. I look forward to reading this to my children one day.
peyton_'s review against another edition
3.0
I am glad to be done with this series and mini-series. I found that the picture books did not stay accurate to the information provided in the chapter books. I also think Jack Frost was rushed to fit into the movie adaptation. It's a very interesting series, but I am left disappointed.
trish204's review against another edition
5.0
The third of the (so far) three picture books about the Guardians of Childhood. Jack Frost seems to be the latest addition (although Mother Goose is mentioned and I haven't seen a book about her yet) but one I was looking forward to immensely ever since watching the movie The Guardians.
William Joyce seems to take myths and tales from around the world (which has already been clear after reading his version of Santa Clause) so this Russian character full of playful joy could not be left out - especially since these stories are perfect for Christmas and if you ask me, Christmas should always be cold and frosty and snowy-white.
As I said before, this is one of the picture book so it focuses on the art rather than the story. The story is still there of course, but since it's aimed at younger children there is not too much text/detail. I therefore hope that we'll get the novel about Jack Frost as well!
Nevertheless, this book, like the other previous ones, is a true gem. The art is superb and I'm especially happy about that because the author is the artist. Apparently he even started out with just a few questions from his now deceased daughter (William Joyce doesn't have much luck in his private life it seems) and illustrations he drew up for her and her brother. The stories came a bit later.
The difference in the art here is that there are less swirls. When Jack Frost was Nightlight, they were there of course, but the transformation had to be made clear I think. So Jack was "grounded" and therefore has less of the orbital swirls that The Sandman has too. It's one of many nice little details that make each and every character unique.
William Joyce seems to take myths and tales from around the world (which has already been clear after reading his version of Santa Clause) so this Russian character full of playful joy could not be left out - especially since these stories are perfect for Christmas and if you ask me, Christmas should always be cold and frosty and snowy-white.
As I said before, this is one of the picture book so it focuses on the art rather than the story. The story is still there of course, but since it's aimed at younger children there is not too much text/detail. I therefore hope that we'll get the novel about Jack Frost as well!
Nevertheless, this book, like the other previous ones, is a true gem. The art is superb and I'm especially happy about that because the author is the artist. Apparently he even started out with just a few questions from his now deceased daughter (William Joyce doesn't have much luck in his private life it seems) and illustrations he drew up for her and her brother. The stories came a bit later.
The difference in the art here is that there are less swirls. When Jack Frost was Nightlight, they were there of course, but the transformation had to be made clear I think. So Jack was "grounded" and therefore has less of the orbital swirls that The Sandman has too. It's one of many nice little details that make each and every character unique.
sphynxreads's review
3.0
Not as good as the first two, and I didn't like his backstory here as much as in the Rise of the Guardians. Still interesting though.