A review by kingazaz
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick

adventurous dark emotional inspiring mysterious reflective fast-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

4.25

The setting really does all the work here, because its vibrancy and complexity is brought to life in the wonderful pictures that make this such a memorable read all these years later. The artful premise and the incorporation of the characters into real entertainment history is so well-done and makes everything feel so much more magical! Spoil your child with this one, what a great read