Title: Inkheart
Author:
Cornelia Funke
Translator: Anthea Bell
Genre:
Kids, Fantasy
Series: Inkworld #1
Verdict:
You know all the books you loved as a kid? All the magic and wonder that seemed unique to places like Narnia, Hogwarts, and Neverland?
This book is that feeling. This book has that magic.
Inkheart is a book about magic, and a book about books.
It has a woven enchantment to the language that manages to shine through even in translation (props to Anthea Bell, the translator.)
Meggie, the 12-year-old daughter of a book-binder, is about to find out that her father has secrets, and that some people have such a talent for story-telling that they can actually bring the story to life.
I've wanted to read this one for a while, having seen the film (UK - US) starring Brendan Fraser more than once. (Because... Brendan Fraser! Man, I love him.)
I wonder now why I put off reading this book for so long - probably just slipped to the back of my mind. I'm glad I've read it now though: it's awesome! :)
If you have ever loved fantasy, or books in general, then read this.
Yes, it's a kids book (the author's website recommends ages 9+,) but who cares? You'll love it.
Yes, it's a kids book (the author's website recommends ages 9+,) but who cares? You'll love it.
And if you don't absolutely adore Dustfinger, I'm not sure we can be friends any more (just kidding - but I'll totally pout and stamp my foot.)
I've already added the next book in the trilogy - Inkspell (UK - US) - to my TBR - seriously, this book rocks.
I've already added the next book in the trilogy - Inkspell (UK - US) - to my TBR - seriously, this book rocks.
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