This book is clever, witty, and an absolute blast—I was laughing out loud from beginning to end. Beyond the fantastic humor, it’s a genuinely compelling story with excellent pacing and a heartwarming theme of acceptance.
Diana Wynne Jones is such a marvel of a writer. This book is packed with magic and Jones's trademark whimsy, and the setting feels both wonderfully strange and also completely real.
Magic and mayhem! This was a lovely conclusion to the Howl's Castle series.
Fun, playful, and utterly entertaining. I love Vernon/Kingfisher so much.
A thrilling continuation in the Howl's Castle series. Filled with fun and whimsy, magic and adventure, day dreams that come true, and a happily ever after ending.
When it comes to books, this one is my guilty pleasure. It is my all time favorite book. It has everything that I love: whimsy, magic, intrigue, self-discovery, humor, anthropomorphic houses, and a happily-ever-after ending.
Outlandishly quirky, in a charming sort of way. Fast paced. Tons of action. And plenty of whimsy.
I love how environmentally conscious this book is. And it is so refreshing how the grandma in this story is portrayed as strong and actively adventurous, rather than simply old and frail.
What a lovely and delightful read. I was absolutely entranced by this book. Great worldbuilding and wonderful characters—each quirky and unique. The characters' personalities and their interactions with each other felt playful, but also very organic.
This is a fun and lighthearted read that tackles a fairly dark subject. While the villain of the book tries to kill and displace the royal family in order to take over the kingdom, the royal children, with the help of the castle, try to thwart the sinister machinations of the villain. While that does sound fairly heavy, this book keeps everything upbeat. It is filled with whimsy and sibling comradery. And, what can I say, I'm a sucker for anthropomorphic buildings.
Fun and fast. This book is filled with magic, wonder, and over-the-top outlandishness. Super quirky and whimsical. It reminded me of the joys of childhood.
As a person who loves both gardening and cooking, this book really resonated with me. It had interesting characters, good world building, and a plot that felt both magical and universal. It was fun, mysterious, and compelling.
