This is a lovely Irish fable about a place called Fog Island and two children who happen upon it accidentally. The children meet a new friend (one whom we are not sure truly exists), and cause their parents great panic by not returning as expected. They do return safe and sound, and we are left wondering about the fog man. The pictures are gorgeous and the tale has a distinctly Irish feel about it. Better for longer attention spans. Is it ever too early to give your young'n the willies? (Quit nodding your heads, "..and then the bow breaks.." come on give me a break!) This author/illustrator is held in high reguard and once you flip through this atmospheric storybook you'll know why. Brother and sister Finn and Cara live in the world of magical Ireland. They live a simple life off the sea. The children are warned about the doomed island which of course makes them want to explore. Duh! skeletons, spooky old men and mysteries lie deep in the shadows. The evocative imagery and the technique of explaining less so your own mind can give you a chill is a powerful combination in this new classic about wandering from home after being warned. Boo!
My daughter and I were left wanting more.... it was enjoyable but no closure...
—wrishik
If you are looking for a picture book about Ireland, this is the book for you.
—Shdy990
reads like a legend/tale - a bit different.
—hungergameslover
Grades 3+Mysterious, creepy, suspenseful
—Lathe
I get it, but I wasn't into it.
—bree
