Jenny Laird

I was never much of a fan of the Magic Tree House books. I much preferred Junie B Jones. Currently it looks like the MTH has ended at book 55 which was published in 2016, but a whole new group will be introduced to these stories and characters through graphic novels. The Graphic novels don’t seem to be as easy as the chapter books were, but that may be a misconception by the author. The graphics were good and the story translated well. I can not wait to read the next one.

The graphic novel treatment of the 2nd title in the popular time travel series is boldly illustrated but light on plot and characterization. It's a rudimentary adaptation, perhaps best-suited for readers intimidated by the original text-heavier chapter books but who want to have the MTH experience in common with their peers.

I liked this. The original series never appealed to me, but the new graphic novel form works well. This story felt a little thin on the plot because it sneaks up on you, and Jack and Annie for that matter. I think the illustrations were pleasing, and a scene where the kids have to jump into the ocean is particularly eye-catching.

4.5/5

The graphic novel brings the story to life in a way that the print book lacked. Save for a very weird printing error that caused Chapters 1 & 2 to repeat (did anyone else have that issue), this was great!