DANNUS: Series 1-5; By Mike Sirota; Manor Books; Fantasy; GD

This novel is a careful study of how people change over time.

The book is illustrated with pen-and-ink drawings that feel raw.

A nice touch is the sticker sheet included in this activity book for rewards.

A nice touch is the novel’s use of recurring motifs and patterns.

What stands out about this novel is its deep sense of place.

This novel feels both timeless and completely new at the same time.

The relationships in this novel are drawn with incredible nuance.

What stands out about this novel is its graceful handling of time.

You will find that this novel keeps you guessing until the very end.

A nice touch is the illustrated fold-out poster tucked in the back.

This novel has a narrative voice that is both wise and vulnerable.

You will find that this novel makes you laugh and cry equally.

What stands out about this book is that it’s beautifully illustrated throughout.

What stands out about this book is that it’s beautifully illustrated throughout.

This novel takes a simple idea and turns it into something beautiful.

You will find that this novel keeps you guessing until the very end.

This novel is a slow burn that pays off beautifully in the end.

The writing in this novel is crisp and every word seems to matter.

A nice touch is the illustrated quote on the back of the jacket.

What stands out is how the illustrated panels tell a second story.