Paul reviewed Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick
Orphan, clock keeper, and thief, Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train …
Review of 'Invention of Hugo Cabret' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
A dialogue-free graphic novel with some sparingly used text interstitials. This is an incredibly atmospheric first part and an experience that is almost like reading a graphic novel. Unfortunately, part 2 carries a lot more text explanation which reduces the atmosphere and undermines the narrative slightly by revealing the story's essential simplicity.