Bibliography
Gaiman, N. (2002). Coraline. New York: HarperCollins Children.
162 pages
Plot
Coraline has just moved into a new house with her family. Her parents, both writers, have little time to spend with Coraline, often relegating her to explore the yard on her own. Bored with her parents and neighbors, Coraline explores the rest of the house where she finds a mysterious door which leads to nowhere. Intrigued, she bothers her mother until she agrees to unlock the door, however, there is a brick wall. Coraline goes to bed, frustrated. One night, though the portal opens and Coraline finds herself in another world where her other mother wants her to live and be happy. The world is interesting and Coraline has fun, but it’s not the same. When the other mother abducts her parents, Coraline must fight to get them back.
Review
Interesting, unique and well written, Coraline is an intriguing novel for tweens. Dark in nature, it asks the question of how life would be different if you could change your home life. Coraline though is adamant about her belief in getting her parents back, reinforcing the idea of family. However, it is Gaiman’s descriptions that are always interesting. The illustrations add to the novel’s plot, giving readers the ability to visually experience Gaiman’s words. Much better than the movie, the book portrays Coraline as a strong character, self-assured, and strong-willed. Fans of fantasy and horror will enjoy Gaiman’s unique prose.
Genre
Horror
Reading Level/Interest Level
This novel would appeal to Tweens in grades 5th – 7th.
Similar Content
Other Gaiman works such as The Graveyard Book.
Lewis Carroll’s Through the Looking Glass
Personal thoughts
I love Gaiman’s work. He is a creative author with interesting characters and plots. A must read author for Fantasy and Horror fans.
Subjects/themes
Individuality
Family Life
Good vs. Evil
Awards
Hugo and Nebula Awards for Best Novella for the Year
The Locus Award
The Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a Work for Young Readers
Series information
Not a series, however there is a movie version.
Character names/descriptions
Coraline: The main character who must fight the other mother to regain control over her reality.
Cat: A mysterious black cat who acts as Coraline’s guide.
Other Mother: A sort of evil spirit who wants to take control of Coraline’s life.
Annotation
Would you live your life with button eyes?
Gaiman, N. (2002). Coraline. New York: HarperCollins Children.
162 pages
Plot
Coraline has just moved into a new house with her family. Her parents, both writers, have little time to spend with Coraline, often relegating her to explore the yard on her own. Bored with her parents and neighbors, Coraline explores the rest of the house where she finds a mysterious door which leads to nowhere. Intrigued, she bothers her mother until she agrees to unlock the door, however, there is a brick wall. Coraline goes to bed, frustrated. One night, though the portal opens and Coraline finds herself in another world where her other mother wants her to live and be happy. The world is interesting and Coraline has fun, but it’s not the same. When the other mother abducts her parents, Coraline must fight to get them back.
Review
Interesting, unique and well written, Coraline is an intriguing novel for tweens. Dark in nature, it asks the question of how life would be different if you could change your home life. Coraline though is adamant about her belief in getting her parents back, reinforcing the idea of family. However, it is Gaiman’s descriptions that are always interesting. The illustrations add to the novel’s plot, giving readers the ability to visually experience Gaiman’s words. Much better than the movie, the book portrays Coraline as a strong character, self-assured, and strong-willed. Fans of fantasy and horror will enjoy Gaiman’s unique prose.
Genre
Horror
Reading Level/Interest Level
This novel would appeal to Tweens in grades 5th – 7th.
Similar Content
Other Gaiman works such as The Graveyard Book.
Lewis Carroll’s Through the Looking Glass
Personal thoughts
I love Gaiman’s work. He is a creative author with interesting characters and plots. A must read author for Fantasy and Horror fans.
Subjects/themes
Individuality
Family Life
Good vs. Evil
Awards
Hugo and Nebula Awards for Best Novella for the Year
The Locus Award
The Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a Work for Young Readers
Series information
Not a series, however there is a movie version.
Character names/descriptions
Coraline: The main character who must fight the other mother to regain control over her reality.
Cat: A mysterious black cat who acts as Coraline’s guide.
Other Mother: A sort of evil spirit who wants to take control of Coraline’s life.
Annotation
Would you live your life with button eyes?
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