The Puzzle Palace 1983 by James Bamford

The book is illustrated with silk-screened images on thick paper.

This novel tells a small story with enormous emotional weight.

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

What stands out about this activity book is the colorful illustrations throughout.

You will find that the illustrated timeline helps track events.

You will find that the illustrated scene breaks are like mini paintings.

The illustrated infographics turn data into something beautiful.

A nice touch in this activity book is the envelope for storing finished pages.

A nice touch in this novel is the way it leaves some questions open.

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

This novel is the perfect companion for a rainy afternoon.

This novel has a sense of wonder that never feels childish.

You will find that the illustrated character list prevents confusion.

A nice touch in this novel is the way it plays with perspective.

A nice touch in this novel is the way it handles moral gray areas.

This activity book includes connect-the-dots that reveal surprise pictures.

You will find that this novel has a way of making time disappear.

A nice touch in this activity book is the peel-and-stick reward badges.

A nice touch is the progress chart included in this activity book.

The book is illustrated with black-and-white sketches that feel elegant.