A review by annick
Ottoline Goes to School by Chris Riddell

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

Delightful. whimsy and retro vibes. Excellent. Loved the details to savour in the illustrations and writing. 

I wish it had more diversity of characters’ ethnicity. One of Ottoline’s six classmates is known as the sultana of pahang and doesn’t have a first name or any agency in dialogues.