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phoenixej's review
5.0
I used to read this all the time as a child. I didn't even know it was remotely connected to on of my favorite series until recently.
theboywithallthekeys's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
bibliofiendlm's review
4.0
I'd view this as an excellent companion to the Looking Glass Wars book by Beddor even if this is categorized as a children's title. Excellent graphics, tells the story of Alyss and is interactive.
books_plan_create's review
3.0
Cute, love the pictures and the letters. But the story itself was kind of dull.
sarahrita's review
4.0
My mum bought this for me :) Beautiful, really fun to read and I loved the letters and lift the flap elements.
bookbrig's review
2.25
It's pretty, and has some nifty illustrations, but I don't think I would have found it remotely interesting if I hadn't read The Looking Glass Wars.
leannevisser's review
4.0
What a joy to read this beautiful book. I didn't really enjoy the first book of the series by Frank Beddor, but picked this up because of the stunning cover.
It didn't disappoint. The art is delightful, the story is nice. As an Alice fan, it is great fun to compare the stories.
I'm now doubting if I should give the series by Frank Beddor another chance. And I really want to re-read AIW again.
It didn't disappoint. The art is delightful, the story is nice. As an Alice fan, it is great fun to compare the stories.
I'm now doubting if I should give the series by Frank Beddor another chance. And I really want to re-read AIW again.
prationality's review
4.0
I picked this up when I picked up The Looking Glass Wars that is to say, during New York Comic-Con 2009 when the author spun me a grand tale that had me enchanted. I count myself extremely lucky as this seems very hard to find now!
I'm a fan of those '-ology' books honestly, I like books like that with little hidden messages and interactive things to read and handle. Its a great way to get kids interested. This book doesn't disappoint me at all in that respect. There is nine different little letters and flip open cards to read as well as the beautifully illustrated playing cards to 'Wage the War' in Wonderland.
The book itself is written like a diary-scrapbook, meant to be a companion to the series as Alyss jots down what she remembers about Wonderland and doesn't want to forget ever. There are dozens of illustrations throughout the book--some are clearly meant to be 'hand drawn' by Alyss while others are pictures she clipped from places--photos offer a little insight into the time period when she lived in this world.
This isn't a book that someone who hasn't read at least the first book should be trolling through, it offers clarification and details about the events, but is not a stand-in for the real thing. Like a real journal the way Alyss describes things are from her viewpoint and perceptions (and this a young girl) so they are colored by her feelings entirely.
The book is beautiful, simply put. Whether its for a little girl who loves Alyss or someone like me who's beyond her 20's but still feels enchantment, its a wonderful companion piece.
I'm a fan of those '-ology' books honestly, I like books like that with little hidden messages and interactive things to read and handle. Its a great way to get kids interested. This book doesn't disappoint me at all in that respect. There is nine different little letters and flip open cards to read as well as the beautifully illustrated playing cards to 'Wage the War' in Wonderland.
The book itself is written like a diary-scrapbook, meant to be a companion to the series as Alyss jots down what she remembers about Wonderland and doesn't want to forget ever. There are dozens of illustrations throughout the book--some are clearly meant to be 'hand drawn' by Alyss while others are pictures she clipped from places--photos offer a little insight into the time period when she lived in this world.
This isn't a book that someone who hasn't read at least the first book should be trolling through, it offers clarification and details about the events, but is not a stand-in for the real thing. Like a real journal the way Alyss describes things are from her viewpoint and perceptions (and this a young girl) so they are colored by her feelings entirely.
The book is beautiful, simply put. Whether its for a little girl who loves Alyss or someone like me who's beyond her 20's but still feels enchantment, its a wonderful companion piece.
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