[Book Review] Coraline

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BY: Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean (Illustrator )
RELEASES: April 24, 2012 by HarperCollins
GENRE: Dark Fantasy
AGE RANGE: Children's
RATING: 4 out 5
SYNOPSIS: When Coraline steps through a door to find another house strangely similar to her own (only better), things seem marvelous.

But there's another mother there, and another father, and they want her to stay and be their little girl. They want to change her and never let her go.

Coraline will have to fight with all her wits and courage if she is to save herself and return to her ordinary life.


Celebrating ten years of Neil Gaiman's first modern classic for young readers, this edition is enriched with a brand-new foreword from the author, a reader's guide, and more.



REVIEW: Coraline is a story about a young girl who steps through a door and finds another house that is strangely similar to her own, but even better.

There is another mother and father there, and they want her to stay and be their little girl. Their goal is to change her forever and never let her go.

For Coraline to live an everyday life again, she will have to fight with all her wits and courage.

Coraline isn't for everyone.

Due to Gaiman's clever and first peaceful way of traumatizing people by generating more and more suspense, the creep factor is enormous, without too much violence. As the protagonist realizes what is truly behind the seemingly better reality, a conviction grows that something is horribly wrong, and more disturbing signs appear. It is therefore essential to appreciate what you have.

The suspense in Coraline plays a crucial role in keeping readers engaged as it builds tension and uncertainty. It creates an eerie atmosphere that gradually reveals the sinister nature of the other world and its inhabitants. This growing suspense not only heightens the sense of danger but also emphasizes Coraline's bravery and resourcefulness as she navigates through the ominous challenges she faces.

This suspenseful buildup not only emphasizes Coraline's courage but also serves as a reminder of the importance of appreciating the familiar and genuine aspects of life. As the story unfolds, the tension underscores her determination to overcome the eerie challenges and return to her actual reality.

Ultimately, Coraline underscores the importance of courage and gratitude for the reality we know, even when confronted with unsettling challenges.