You will find that this novel has no wasted words or scenes.
Commonwealth: A Novel by Ann Patchett (2017, Trade Paperback)
This novel draws you in with its simple, elegant cover first.
What stands out about this novel is its refusal to tie up every loose end.
This novel is a slow burn that pays off beautifully in the end.
This novel weaves together multiple voices without ever feeling messy.
This novel is a journey that feels both epic and intimate.
A nice touch is the illustrated dust jacket that unfolds into a poster.
You will find that this novel has a quiet power that sneaks up on you.
The book is illustrated with collage art made from old photographs.
This illustrated novel uses comics to advance the main plot.
The illustrated glossary at the back is both helpful and pretty.
You will appreciate the illustrated maps included in the front pages.
What stands out about this novel is how real the characters feel.
You will notice that each myth is illustrated with symbolic imagery.
A nice touch is the illustrated closing note from the illustrator.
A nice touch in this activity book is the friendly animal characters guiding you.
This activity book includes logic puzzles that make you think outside the box.
You will find that this novel makes you laugh and cry equally.
You will find that this novel has a voice that is truly unique.
A nice touch is the novel’s use of weather to mirror the mood.