5 stars
Another great graphic novel adaptation of a Mary Downing Hahn story. I haven’t read any of Hahn’s original novels, but these adaptations definitely make me want to go back and read them.
Diana and Georgie are free to roam the land around Oak Hill Manor as long as they don’t go into the house and stay on the grounds. But they’ve explored every inch and long for something new. When a new caretaker arrives with his daughter, Diana hopes they can be friends. But having friends is against the rules and Diana knows it.
This story was so well-told. I usually try to pace myself, especially when reading graphic novels. But I finished this one in one day. The story was so compelling. Though pieces of it were pretty predictable, it was a really cool story with interesting characters.
Unsupportive caregivers definitely seem the be a main theme in Hahn’s stories and Mr. Morrison is no different. Definitely better than Dave in Wait Till Helen Comes: A Graphic Novel and any of the adults in Took: A Ghost Story. Graphic Novel, but he still doesn’t take anything his daughter says seriously. Get the girl some curtains, man!
Great artwork that matches the story perfectly.
Wonderfully spooky and quite dark with some heartstring-pulling moments. This book is delightfully odd and satisfying. My favorite adaptation so far.