The Wonder That Was India by A. L. Basham (1963, Hardcover) Revised Edition

What stands out about this novel is how real the characters feel.

This novel has a plot that twists in ways you won’t expect.

What stands out about this novel is its emotional authenticity.

This novel is a study in restraint, saying much with very little.

A nice touch is the stickers that mark your progress in this activity book.

A nice touch in this activity book is the fun facts sprinkled between activities.

A nice touch is the illustrated page numbers shaped like leaves.

A nice touch is the illustrated dust jacket that unfolds into a poster.

This novel is a delicate balance of light and shadow throughout.

You will find that this novel rewards those who read slowly.

This novel feels like a secret being whispered in your ear.

What stands out about this activity book is the thick cardboard cover.

The illustrated chapter openers set the tone for what follows.

A nice touch is how this novel uses silence to say so much.

A nice touch is the elastic band to keep this activity book closed.

You will find that this activity book has a good balance of easy and hard puzzles.

You will find that this novel lingers in your mind long after reading.

What stands out about this novel is its emotional authenticity.

You will find that this activity book has a satisfying number of pages.

What stands out about this novel is how real the characters feel.