Yes, I agree with others that this is quite perplexing, even for an adult. The illustrations are very similar to the author's Seasons and the themes seem simple - robbers, a witch, a queen who is kidnapped, the route to school, the stranger, the omen. It is quite hard though to work out what the author is doing with it and also the pages are smallish and quite tightly bound so you are constantly turning pages rather fast.I am glad someone else explained that it was a series of variations and extension on the first 'story.'definitely not primary school age without some adult conversation. A fascinating little book. Does require some effort/input/imagination on the part of the reader/viewer. It's need the way it builds from chapter to chapter. This is one to spend time with and talk about. I'm sure I still have much to discover.One of the New York Times Best Illustrated Books of 2013.First published in France in 2013 as Romance by Albin Michel Jeunesse. Translated by Claudia Z. Bedrick for Enchanted Lion Books.I *love* Enchanted Lion Books!
What do You think about Romance (2013)?
An enchanting story little story, with great illustrations. A fun read for all ages
—KaylahBri
THIS BOOK IS FANTASTIC! I want to re-read it to see what I have missed!
—sruthi
What does it all mean? So much to discuss...
—Brstar
