Odd and the Frost Giants by Neil Gaiman was originally published as part of World Book Day in 2008. Now, eight years later, it is being given a hardcover release which is lovingly illustrated by the UK Children’s Laureate Chris Riddell. This deluxe hardcover edition is the perfect presentation of a children’s story that is bound to become a classic.
The story centres on Norse mythology as well as Vikings, and combines both of these into a tale about survival and courage. It is a truly magical tale which is at times chilling as the reader sees the hardship faced by the central character. The story starts with Odd, who is a Viking child whose father was lost at sea following a tragic accident. Soon after this he injures his leg and is then limited
from Horror and Sci Fi Magazines http://www.starburstmagazine.com/reviews/book-reviews-latest-literary-releases/16132-oddandthefrostgiants
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