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Probably most interesting to readers of horror, these might occasionally spark interest in mythology. --School Library Journal, Series Made Simple -- (11/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)

"""Probably most interesting to readers of horror, these might occasionally spark interest in mythology.""--School Library Journal, Series Made Simple -- (11/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)"

How gory and repulsive are the beastly creatures of the world's mythology? The 10 bloodthirsty giants in each of these slim sets appear in a ranked scheme and ascending order. They're scored 'from 1 to 10 for each of five categories: Strength, Repulsiveness, Special Powers, Ferocity and Invincibility.' Two-page entries on each creature, which lead up to the score, include a short anecdotal story, suggested ways to defeat the beast, and an orange inset describing origins of the myth. Bold, digitally created visuals feature plenty of fangs and claws, blood and guts, and horrific mixes of human/animal figures. Sixteen of the 40 monsters are from Greek mythology, and another eight are of Norse origin. Others span the world widely. These titles lack some of the customary nonfiction features. Sources aren't listed, and there are no bibliographies or websites recommended. Each book ends with a 'Rogue's Gallery' that depicts and briefly describes each of the characters, arranged in reverse order from top to lowest score on the beastly scale. Three bits of added discussion on related topics appear on the final two pages. VERDICT: Probably most interesting to readers of horror, these might occasionally spark interest in mythology. --School Library Journal, Series Made Simple --Journal

""Probably most interesting to readers of horror, these might occasionally spark interest in mythology.""--School Library Journal, Series Made Simple -- (11/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)

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Alice Peebles is an editor and writer specializing in the arts and humanities for children. She lives in London, England. Nigel Chilvers is a digital illustrator based in the United Kingdom. He has illustrated numerous children's books.

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