Jeremy Draws a Monster
Written and illustrated by Peter McCarthy
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN-13: 978-0-8050-6934-1
Summary/Back cover:
Jeremy’s monster turns into a monster of a problem. Will it ever leave?”
Review:
In terms of plot, Jeremy is a young boy who does not go outside. He seems to spend most of his time drawing, and on this occasion he draws a monster that comes to life and makes a nuisance of itself. Thankfully Jeremy is a talented illustrator and uses that skill to solve his monster problem.
Peter McCarthy, the author/illustrator of this book, lives in New York, which might explain the modern, minimalist feel of the story. The illustrations are in pen ink and watercolour with a limited colour palette. The story is quite entertaining and quite a quick read. I get the impression that the story has a sub-level to it – the monster representing some part of Jeremy’s subconscious. You could delve into repressed emotions if you like to combine reading to your youngster with psychology or close-reading.
My general opinion is that it’s an okay story, but just not a particular popular one in our family.
My rating: 3.5 out of 5
Review written by team_s
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