This novel creates a setting so vivid you can almost smell the rain.
The Nature of Alexander – Mary Renault, 1976 sc, Pantheon Books
A nice touch is the illustrated dust jacket that unfolds into a poster.
The entire book is illustrated in a watercolor style that feels soft.
I was surprised by how many illustrated insets break up the text.
You will find that this novel balances dark themes with gentle humor.
A nice touch is the handy size of this activity book for small bags.
What stands out about this activity book is the variety of difficulty levels.