Oliver and the Seawigs (A Not-So-Impossible Tale)

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I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Oliver Crisp has lived quite an adventurous life at a very young age. His parents are explorers, and they have decided that it’s time to settle down. However, a group of mysterious islands have made their way into the body of water that surrounds their home, and Oliver’s parents must explore them right away! Suddenly, Oliver’s parents go missing…and so do the islands! In this entertaining tale, Reeve and McIntyre introduce the perfect hybrid between graphic novel and middle-grade chapter book that will charm and amuse the whole family!

When I first received this book, I had no idea what a “seawig” was. I thought it was some kind of sea creature that the author had made up. I was most pleasantly surprised when I discovered what a “seawig” was just that! A wig…made from the sea! Add a nearsighted mermaid, some rudely sarcastic seaweed, and enough sea monkeys to fill a sea, and you have Oliver and the Seawigs.

This book is so many levels of cool that I ran out and bought myself a copy! This is the perfect book for the child transitioning from picture books to chapter books. They will enjoy illustrations on almost every page, and the lines are spaced out enough that they will breeze through the book in no time. The entire layout and design is esthetically pleasing and easy for young eyes to look at. It reminded me a lot of Brian Selznick’s The Invention of Hugo Cabret and Wonderstruck. The storyline and artwork is embellished with levels of creativity that will keep the reader turning pages with anticipation.

I. love. this. book. I cannot stress how much I love this book. I’ve already recommended it to several people. I’m sure that it’s release here in the US will vie for several awards (deservingly so!).

A very fun, adventurous romp of a story filled with rambling islands, mischievous sea monkeys and a far-sighted, tone deaf mermaid. This easy chapter book is filled with fun illustrations and short chapters, perfect for beginning independent readers or as a read aloud. The sheer silliness and fun in this book makes this perfect for grades K-3.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for the free digital copy I received in exchange for an honest review.

Students love this series

Great story and the book was well made. Came with an attractive cover/artwork. My children loved the book

My 7 year old daughter really enjoyed this book – she read it and enjoyed the world created. Beautiful book. Fun story. Highly recommend!

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