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A gorgeous, funny, charming fantastical comic adventure from the great Eva Ibbotson.
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When a Hag, an orphan boy and a troll called Ulf get sent to rescue a princess from an ogre, they expect it to be a fairly standard magical mission. But the ogre is depressed, the princess doesn’t want to be rescued – and the ogre’s dead wife is turning in her grave. The Norns who rule their fates decide to take things in hand – will the Ogre meet a bloody end, or will he get a happy ending?
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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Because I'm sixty years old. Fortunately, I had the help of Grace, my grandaughter, in doing this review.
The book starts, "Most people are happier when their feet are dry. They do not care to hear squelchy noises in their shoes, or feel water seeping between their toes -- but the Hag of Dribble was different." You just know that with a start like that you're in for a treat.
The Ogre is not in fact evil, but turns out to be the good-hearted sort whose ability to turn people into animals has caused him to be besieged by human beings seeking to escape their mundane lives.
This book is well written and well crafted. The author has done a first class job.
I'll leave the final words to Grace (aged nearly 8).
"It's a bit scary in places - a weentsy bit. I like the Hag of Dribble and I'm really enjoying the book". So there you have it. If Grace likes it - well, need I say more?
The book starts, "Most people are happier when their feet are dry. They do not care to hear squelchy noises in their shoes, or feel water seeping between their toes -- but the Hag of Dribble was different." You just know that with a start like that you're in for a treat.
The Ogre is not in fact evil, but turns out to be the good-hearted sort whose ability to turn people into animals has caused him to be besieged by human beings seeking to escape their mundane lives.
This book is well written and well crafted. The author has done a first class job.
I'll leave the final words to Grace (aged nearly 8).
"It's a bit scary in places - a weentsy bit. I like the Hag of Dribble and I'm really enjoying the book". So there you have it. If Grace likes it - well, need I say more?
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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To my shame, this is the first book I've ever read by Eva Ibbotson - although it won't be the last. Set in a world where Unusual Creatures and humans co-exist, the story stars four unlikely heroes - a hag, a troll, a wizard and a boy called Ivo. Together they are sent on a terrifying mission - to kill an evil ogre, and rescue the princess Mirella he is holding captive.
But all is not what it seems - the ogre turns out to be rather nice after all, whereas the princess... well, she's not exactly the helpless prisoner they've been led to believe...
With a terrific cast of characters including a talking gnu, hippo and aye-aye, fearsome aunts, rubbish princes and the vilest collection of ghosts ever described, this is a very funny, imaginative and clever story. I absolutely loved it, and know my children will too. Shades of Cornelia Funke and Roald Dahl, with a lovely, warm, wise voice. I'm seeking out the backlist immediately!
But all is not what it seems - the ogre turns out to be rather nice after all, whereas the princess... well, she's not exactly the helpless prisoner they've been led to believe...
With a terrific cast of characters including a talking gnu, hippo and aye-aye, fearsome aunts, rubbish princes and the vilest collection of ghosts ever described, this is a very funny, imaginative and clever story. I absolutely loved it, and know my children will too. Shades of Cornelia Funke and Roald Dahl, with a lovely, warm, wise voice. I'm seeking out the backlist immediately!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Vine™ Review
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I've taken a long time to review The Ogre of Oglefort as I had a backlog of other books, but my daughter has been badgering me to read it since she read it herself and loved it (a cynical 13 year old - can there be a better critic!).
Other reviewers have gone over the plot (and there is nothing worse than spoilers) so I won't need to. What I will say is that the story is great fun, with characters going against the usual cliches - sort of like Shrek in a way, it's that sort of humour. I found that Ogre had "just a few more pages" appeal and couldn't wait to see what happened next - more fun than adult books.
Overall, thoroughly enjoyable read, if not a bit disturbing in places! I've got a copy of Dial A Ghost to read next, again it looks like a lot of morbid fun!
Recommended.
Other reviewers have gone over the plot (and there is nothing worse than spoilers) so I won't need to. What I will say is that the story is great fun, with characters going against the usual cliches - sort of like Shrek in a way, it's that sort of humour. I found that Ogre had "just a few more pages" appeal and couldn't wait to see what happened next - more fun than adult books.
Overall, thoroughly enjoyable read, if not a bit disturbing in places! I've got a copy of Dial A Ghost to read next, again it looks like a lot of morbid fun!
Recommended.
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Lovely gentle book
Eva Ibbotson writes the most wonderful children's books and this is another cracker.
It nicely subverts the standard "rescue the princess from the ogre" storyline, but... Read more
It nicely subverts the standard "rescue the princess from the ogre" storyline, but... Read more
Published 2 months ago by P. R. Hughes
The Ogre of Oglefort
I have just read this book with my 7 year old son and he just loved it. It captured his imagination and couldn't wait to read it each night. Thoroughly recommend.
Published 10 months ago by 00alli00
Topsy-turvy fantasy fun
This is a real treat of a topsy-turvy fantasy in true Eva Ibbotson style. The characters are big, bold, and full of ironic quirks that kids (and adults! Read more
Published 13 months ago by R. WEST-SOLEY
Magical
I bought this book for my nine year old daughter who loves fantasy and mystery stories. She loved the book ! Read more
Published 20 months ago by Scott A. Mckenzie
Where things aren't what you expect.
This was a good introduction to Eve Ibbotsen for me, with an easy, humorous read. I would say it's aimed at those about 9 and above, offering them a fun introduction to the world... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Michelle Moore
One for the kids
I have to admit I've not come across Eva Ibbotson's works before now and I'm hardly in her target audience! That would appear to be children aged from about 7 to 10. Read more
Published 22 months ago by MJ King
THOROUGHLY ENCHANTING - EVEN FOR ADULTS!
Oh I loved this book! I ordered this for free via the 'Amazon Vine Programme' for review - it's years since I've read a real children's book and felt in the mood by the enticing... Read more
Published 23 months ago by FAMOUS NAME
One to devour
Readers of classic children's fiction will be familiar with the bliss that steals over one when a new Eva Ibbotson novel is published. Read more
Published 23 months ago by A. Craig
Slightly disappointed
I love Eva Ibbotson - I have read all her adult books, have been collecting them for years, long before they were reprinted and better known and have also read some of her books... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Elaine Simpson-long
A Funny book
I read this book with my son. It's an adventure story featuring a hag, a troll, a boy, a princess, a wizard, three Norns and a toad called Gladys. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Dr. J. S. Bray
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