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Dumbo Live Action Novelization
The Dumbo novelization retells the story of the live action Tim Burton film and features added content about the new, compelling characters and their incredible stories.
321 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 12, 2019
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April 4, 2019
I’ve really enjoyed all the Disney live action remakes to date but was curious to see how a modern take on the 1941 classic would work.
As much as I enjoy the original version, the main plot point of seeing Dumbo getting drunk isn’t the best message to give to kids!
I’d already seen the movie prior to reading this nice novelisation and thought it was a good retelling for a modern audience.
I practically like the various vignettes that are scattered throughout the book, it gives some interesting back story to the various characters that wasn’t included in the movie.
The main introduction is pretty similar as Mrs. Jumbo gives birth to a calf with unusually large ears, the circus setting is the same but the story tends to focus more on the humans that run it.
I like that this version still honours the original and the fact that they included the pink elephants was just great!
But most importantly Dumbo is still the star of the show!
As much as I enjoy the original version, the main plot point of seeing Dumbo getting drunk isn’t the best message to give to kids!
I’d already seen the movie prior to reading this nice novelisation and thought it was a good retelling for a modern audience.
I practically like the various vignettes that are scattered throughout the book, it gives some interesting back story to the various characters that wasn’t included in the movie.
The main introduction is pretty similar as Mrs. Jumbo gives birth to a calf with unusually large ears, the circus setting is the same but the story tends to focus more on the humans that run it.
I like that this version still honours the original and the fact that they included the pink elephants was just great!
But most importantly Dumbo is still the star of the show!
May 23, 2019
This was a great book that I loved reading. As a fan of Disney movies, and of Dumbo from the past. This book was a great read that gives you an in-depth understanding of the new movie and the story behind the movie. The book itself walks you through the entire plot of the movie. In reading this I am even more excited to see the upcoming movie. While the movie seems to have a plot different than that of the original film. Even though this is the case it looks a bit different than the original.
February 21, 2019
Dumbo is an all-time favorite of mine. As a young girl, I had a stuffed Dumbo that now looks mangled and diseased-ridden as an adult so when I saw this book on the shelf at the bookstore it was an incredibly pleasant surprise.
The story is well-written, the circus troupe a close-knit family as is expected, the story even kept true to Dumbo's iconic scene with him and his feather and his first circus flight with the clowns; each aspects I enjoyed. But by the time I got to the end of the story, Dumbo seemed like a side character. Sure, he saves the day (that really shouldn't be a surprise) but all the same, my favorite little, giant-eared pachyderm didn't get the plot line centerfold as I'd hoped. Also, I couldn't help but want to read Timothy's exploits with Dumbo, but the focus was human-centered and their character developments, how they came to be where they are, taking away from the animals who were just there. For me, that was sad. I suppose its a good thing the books not just entitled DUMBO but CIRCUS OF DREAMS as its not from the animals' perspective but the humans listed on the back of the book. I guess I got into my head there would be parts of the story through Dumbo's perspective as he gauged the human's he was surrounded by.
I kept an open-mind reading through this and appreciate the effort to create a circus environment, that part was well done. I'd recommend it but wouldn't want other Dumbo fans to get their hopes up in seeing the big-eared pachyderm as the main character alongside his mouse buddy he's well-known to tote around in his hat.
The story is well-written, the circus troupe a close-knit family as is expected, the story even kept true to Dumbo's iconic scene with him and his feather and his first circus flight with the clowns; each aspects I enjoyed. But by the time I got to the end of the story, Dumbo seemed like a side character. Sure, he saves the day (that really shouldn't be a surprise) but all the same, my favorite little, giant-eared pachyderm didn't get the plot line centerfold as I'd hoped. Also, I couldn't help but want to read Timothy's exploits with Dumbo, but the focus was human-centered and their character developments, how they came to be where they are, taking away from the animals who were just there. For me, that was sad. I suppose its a good thing the books not just entitled DUMBO but CIRCUS OF DREAMS as its not from the animals' perspective but the humans listed on the back of the book. I guess I got into my head there would be parts of the story through Dumbo's perspective as he gauged the human's he was surrounded by.
I kept an open-mind reading through this and appreciate the effort to create a circus environment, that part was well done. I'd recommend it but wouldn't want other Dumbo fans to get their hopes up in seeing the big-eared pachyderm as the main character alongside his mouse buddy he's well-known to tote around in his hat.
May 26, 2019
This book brings the characters to life in this tale of Dumbo. We all can recall the Dumbo story, but this enlists the help of the circus cast
June 4, 2020
It has been many years since I have watched Dumbo, so many that I cannot remember what Dumbo is about. All I knew was he is a baby elephant that can fly. I decided to read this book because I wanted to watch the movie, I am big on reading the book before watching the movie.
As a fan of Disney I was expecting to like this book and I did. What I was not expecting was how sad the story is. I knew it was one of Disney’s sadder books/movie, but I was very un-prepared. I must say the ending makes up for how sad the book is at the start.
I really enjoyed how the book went a little deeper into letting you get to know all the characters in the circus, the main characters at least. It was nice to know their background and how they came to work at the circus. Then, you are told the story of how they all came to be and made a family in the end.
The book is great at letting you know there will be struggles and hard times, it happens to everyone. However, if you push thought it you can do anything you put your mind to. It is also a good reminder that family are the people you choose to have in your life, the ones who choose to stick it out with you through thick and thin.
As a fan of Disney I was expecting to like this book and I did. What I was not expecting was how sad the story is. I knew it was one of Disney’s sadder books/movie, but I was very un-prepared. I must say the ending makes up for how sad the book is at the start.
I really enjoyed how the book went a little deeper into letting you get to know all the characters in the circus, the main characters at least. It was nice to know their background and how they came to work at the circus. Then, you are told the story of how they all came to be and made a family in the end.
The book is great at letting you know there will be struggles and hard times, it happens to everyone. However, if you push thought it you can do anything you put your mind to. It is also a good reminder that family are the people you choose to have in your life, the ones who choose to stick it out with you through thick and thin.
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April 12, 2019I watched the movie first and then I went to the library and read the book. They were very similar and I liked how the story played but the movie was better visually but not as good as the book when it came to literature. It was a good book and took me some time to read I recommend this for 4-7
September 8, 2019
"Dumbo" ist das Hörbuch zum gleichnamigen Live-Action Film von Disney.
Im Zirkus werden Träume wahr. Dafür geben die Artisten und Dompteure einfach alles, doch es ist gar nicht so einfach, immer wieder neue Nummern zu kreieren, um die Zuschauer zu begeistern und damit noch genügend Geld zu verdienen, um alle Kosten zu decken. Als Holt Farrier aus dem Krieg zurückkehrt muss er sich neu orientieren, denn er ist nicht mehr der Alte. Gemeinsam mit seinen Kindern soll er sich um den kleinen Elefanten Dumbo kümmern. Einfach jeder lacht über Dumbo, da er so große Ohren hat, dass er auch gerne mal über sie stolpert. Doch Milly und Joe, die Kinder von Holt, lieben den kleinen Tollpatsch und entdecken sein unglaubliches Talent: Dumbo kann fliegen. Plötzlich ist er sehr heiß begehrt und jeder will ihn sehen oder haben. So auch der Besitzer von Dreamland, einem Vergnügungspark, der größer ist als jeder Zirkus. Er kauft Dumbo und die Besatzung und nimmt sie mit zu sich. Doch was anfangs wie ein Traum wirkt, wird schnell zum Albtraum. Niemand ist dort wirklich glücklich, allen voran der kleine Elefant und sie werden auch nicht sonderlich gut behandelt. Irgendwas scheint in Dreamland vorzugehen und für Holt, seine Kinder und die Anderen steht fest, sie müssen dort dringend weg …
Das Cover zeigt den wundervollen, etwas tollpatschigen aber herzensguten Elefanten Dumbo in der Mitte, der durch die Lüfte fliegt. Unter ihm stehen die Zuschauer, Artisten und Dompteure, die gespannt nach oben schauen und Dumbo bewundern. Einige schauen ungläubig und erstaunt, Andere ängstlich oder ungläubig. Der Hintergrund zeigt das Muster eines Zirkuszeltes und es scheint, als würde der kleine Elefant auf einen zufliegen. Ich finde das Cover ganz gut, aber man hätte meiner Meinung nach noch etwas mehr daraus machen können.
Florian Halm ist die deutsche Synchronstimme des Dompteurs Holt Farrier. Er hat eine sehr angenehme, warme Stimme, was mir echt gefallen hat. Ich könnte ihm einfach stundenlang zuhören. Er schafft es, den Mix aus Spannung und Ruhe sehr gut herüberzubringen, was ihn zu einem richtig tollen Hörbuchsprecher macht.
Dumbo ist ein sanftes, liebevolles und wunderbares Wesen. Man muss ihn einfach lieb haben. Seine Unsicherheit macht ihn nur noch sympathischer und es ist so schön, wie schnell er Milly und Joe und die Anderen als seine Familie ansieht. Oftmals scheint es, als wären ihm seine Fähigkeiten nicht geheuer und er muss seine Ängste überwinden, doch der kleine tollpatschige Elefant merkt sofort, wer es gut mit ihm meint und wer nicht.
Milly und Joe sind Geschwister und zwei wunderbare Kinder. Sie haben so viel Liebe zu geben, was man auch direkt bemerkt. Der Tod ihrer Mutter nimmt sie noch heute sehr mit und sie vermissen sie unglaublich. Als ihr Vater Holt zurückkehrt und auch er nicht mehr der Alte zu sein scheint, sind sie traurig und frustriert. Mit der Ankunft von Dumbo scheinen sie neuen Mut zu bekommen und in ihm haben sie jemanden gefunden, der ihre Liebe sehr schätzt. Die Verbindung zwischen ihnen und dem Baby Elefanten ist etwas ganz besonderes und tut ihnen allen sehr gut.
Holt ist gezeichnet vom Krieg. Das merkt man auch in seinem Verhalten seinen Kindern gegenüber. Es scheint, als müsste er sich erstmal wieder an sein normales Leben gewöhnen, was aber auch absolut nachvollziehbar ist. Nach und nach merkt man, wie Holt wieder zu sich kommt und der liebende Vater tritt wieder zum Vorschein. Auch Holt muss sich seinen Ängsten stellen, um daran zu wachsen.
"Dumbo" ist ein schönes Hörbuch für kleine und große Kinder und alle Disney-Liebhaber. Beim Hören ist mir wieder aufgefallen, wie lange es her ist, dass ich die Geschichte gelesen, beziehungsweise den Zeichentrickfilm gesehen habe. Der Anfang war mir manchmal etwas zu langatmig und in dieser Zeit ist es mir auch ab und an schwergefallen, weiterzuhören und richtig bei der Sache zu sein. Doch mit dem Verlauf der Geschichte hat es mir immer besser gefallen, daher auch der Abzug eines Sterns in meiner Bewertung. Dennoch ist die Geschichte des kleinen Elefanten so schön und wichtig, da sie nicht nur herzerwärmend ist, sondern auch einige wichtige Botschaften enthält. Alles in allem hatte ich eine schöne Zeit mit Dumbo und seinen neuen Freunden.
Im Zirkus werden Träume wahr. Dafür geben die Artisten und Dompteure einfach alles, doch es ist gar nicht so einfach, immer wieder neue Nummern zu kreieren, um die Zuschauer zu begeistern und damit noch genügend Geld zu verdienen, um alle Kosten zu decken. Als Holt Farrier aus dem Krieg zurückkehrt muss er sich neu orientieren, denn er ist nicht mehr der Alte. Gemeinsam mit seinen Kindern soll er sich um den kleinen Elefanten Dumbo kümmern. Einfach jeder lacht über Dumbo, da er so große Ohren hat, dass er auch gerne mal über sie stolpert. Doch Milly und Joe, die Kinder von Holt, lieben den kleinen Tollpatsch und entdecken sein unglaubliches Talent: Dumbo kann fliegen. Plötzlich ist er sehr heiß begehrt und jeder will ihn sehen oder haben. So auch der Besitzer von Dreamland, einem Vergnügungspark, der größer ist als jeder Zirkus. Er kauft Dumbo und die Besatzung und nimmt sie mit zu sich. Doch was anfangs wie ein Traum wirkt, wird schnell zum Albtraum. Niemand ist dort wirklich glücklich, allen voran der kleine Elefant und sie werden auch nicht sonderlich gut behandelt. Irgendwas scheint in Dreamland vorzugehen und für Holt, seine Kinder und die Anderen steht fest, sie müssen dort dringend weg …
Das Cover zeigt den wundervollen, etwas tollpatschigen aber herzensguten Elefanten Dumbo in der Mitte, der durch die Lüfte fliegt. Unter ihm stehen die Zuschauer, Artisten und Dompteure, die gespannt nach oben schauen und Dumbo bewundern. Einige schauen ungläubig und erstaunt, Andere ängstlich oder ungläubig. Der Hintergrund zeigt das Muster eines Zirkuszeltes und es scheint, als würde der kleine Elefant auf einen zufliegen. Ich finde das Cover ganz gut, aber man hätte meiner Meinung nach noch etwas mehr daraus machen können.
Florian Halm ist die deutsche Synchronstimme des Dompteurs Holt Farrier. Er hat eine sehr angenehme, warme Stimme, was mir echt gefallen hat. Ich könnte ihm einfach stundenlang zuhören. Er schafft es, den Mix aus Spannung und Ruhe sehr gut herüberzubringen, was ihn zu einem richtig tollen Hörbuchsprecher macht.
Dumbo ist ein sanftes, liebevolles und wunderbares Wesen. Man muss ihn einfach lieb haben. Seine Unsicherheit macht ihn nur noch sympathischer und es ist so schön, wie schnell er Milly und Joe und die Anderen als seine Familie ansieht. Oftmals scheint es, als wären ihm seine Fähigkeiten nicht geheuer und er muss seine Ängste überwinden, doch der kleine tollpatschige Elefant merkt sofort, wer es gut mit ihm meint und wer nicht.
Milly und Joe sind Geschwister und zwei wunderbare Kinder. Sie haben so viel Liebe zu geben, was man auch direkt bemerkt. Der Tod ihrer Mutter nimmt sie noch heute sehr mit und sie vermissen sie unglaublich. Als ihr Vater Holt zurückkehrt und auch er nicht mehr der Alte zu sein scheint, sind sie traurig und frustriert. Mit der Ankunft von Dumbo scheinen sie neuen Mut zu bekommen und in ihm haben sie jemanden gefunden, der ihre Liebe sehr schätzt. Die Verbindung zwischen ihnen und dem Baby Elefanten ist etwas ganz besonderes und tut ihnen allen sehr gut.
Holt ist gezeichnet vom Krieg. Das merkt man auch in seinem Verhalten seinen Kindern gegenüber. Es scheint, als müsste er sich erstmal wieder an sein normales Leben gewöhnen, was aber auch absolut nachvollziehbar ist. Nach und nach merkt man, wie Holt wieder zu sich kommt und der liebende Vater tritt wieder zum Vorschein. Auch Holt muss sich seinen Ängsten stellen, um daran zu wachsen.
"Dumbo" ist ein schönes Hörbuch für kleine und große Kinder und alle Disney-Liebhaber. Beim Hören ist mir wieder aufgefallen, wie lange es her ist, dass ich die Geschichte gelesen, beziehungsweise den Zeichentrickfilm gesehen habe. Der Anfang war mir manchmal etwas zu langatmig und in dieser Zeit ist es mir auch ab und an schwergefallen, weiterzuhören und richtig bei der Sache zu sein. Doch mit dem Verlauf der Geschichte hat es mir immer besser gefallen, daher auch der Abzug eines Sterns in meiner Bewertung. Dennoch ist die Geschichte des kleinen Elefanten so schön und wichtig, da sie nicht nur herzerwärmend ist, sondern auch einige wichtige Botschaften enthält. Alles in allem hatte ich eine schöne Zeit mit Dumbo und seinen neuen Freunden.
July 26, 2020
This wasn't a bad book, but I found that it didn't really add much to what we already see in the film. I struggled to get hooked into it, probably because I knew what was going to happen so there wasn't really much mystery to it. I hoped that it might add extra scenes and whilst it did provide some extra insight into the characters' pasts, it didn't really have much extra in it.
I also found myself a bit frustrated by the inconsistent tone and changing points of view. Sometimes the tone seemed quite mature until the author added onomatopoeic words which felt like the lowered the maturity level of the book. Whilst I have no problem with children's books, I would have rathered it was written more consistently. I also found that although the story was narrated in third person, the point of view/focus character switched mid scene several times which didn't really make sense to me.
However, the book was enjoyable as a relaxed read and I am a great lover of Dumbo, so of course I couldn't resist reading more about my favourite little elephant. I just wish there was more depth in the book rather than just being a write up of the film.
I also found myself a bit frustrated by the inconsistent tone and changing points of view. Sometimes the tone seemed quite mature until the author added onomatopoeic words which felt like the lowered the maturity level of the book. Whilst I have no problem with children's books, I would have rathered it was written more consistently. I also found that although the story was narrated in third person, the point of view/focus character switched mid scene several times which didn't really make sense to me.
However, the book was enjoyable as a relaxed read and I am a great lover of Dumbo, so of course I couldn't resist reading more about my favourite little elephant. I just wish there was more depth in the book rather than just being a write up of the film.
September 21, 2024
Dumbo Circus Of Dreams is a magical and heartwarming novel that will transport you to the enchanting world of the circus. From the very first page, you will be captivated by the charming characters, the vibrant setting, and the touching storyline that will tug at your heartstrings.
The novel follows the journey of Dumbo, a young elephant with oversized ears, who discovers his hidden talent for flying. As he navigates the challenges and obstacles of the circus world, Dumbo learns valuable lessons about self-acceptance, friendship, and the power of believing in oneself.
With its beautiful prose and evocative imagery, Dumbo Circus Of Dreams will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. It is a story that celebrates the triumph of the underdog, the beauty of diversity, and the enduring power of hope and love.
Whether you are a fan of Disney or simply a lover of heartwarming tales, Dumbo Circus Of Dreams is a must-read. It will remind you of the magic and wonder of childhood, and leave you with a renewed sense of wonder and joy. So pick up a copy today and let yourself be swept away by the enchanting world of Dumbo Circus Of Dreams.
The novel follows the journey of Dumbo, a young elephant with oversized ears, who discovers his hidden talent for flying. As he navigates the challenges and obstacles of the circus world, Dumbo learns valuable lessons about self-acceptance, friendship, and the power of believing in oneself.
With its beautiful prose and evocative imagery, Dumbo Circus Of Dreams will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. It is a story that celebrates the triumph of the underdog, the beauty of diversity, and the enduring power of hope and love.
Whether you are a fan of Disney or simply a lover of heartwarming tales, Dumbo Circus Of Dreams is a must-read. It will remind you of the magic and wonder of childhood, and leave you with a renewed sense of wonder and joy. So pick up a copy today and let yourself be swept away by the enchanting world of Dumbo Circus Of Dreams.
March 17, 2019
I read movie novelizations from time to time because I think they can give a unique depth to characters and plots. In this book, however, I feel like much of the time is spent looking at the side characters and how they joined the circus, rather then focusing on the beauty and mystique that a circus has.
In this reading I tried to think about what a younger child's perspective might be but I think the disjointed story line and many filler parts would end up having children fidgeting and losing focus.
Towards the last quarter of the book it does pick up significantly, but I still find myself hoping the movie is not as choppy feeling. Much of the original Dumbo cartoon is gone from the book rendition , and some of that I understand give the undertones of racism, but so too is much of the magic and mystery, I just hope the movie maintains it better.
In this reading I tried to think about what a younger child's perspective might be but I think the disjointed story line and many filler parts would end up having children fidgeting and losing focus.
Towards the last quarter of the book it does pick up significantly, but I still find myself hoping the movie is not as choppy feeling. Much of the original Dumbo cartoon is gone from the book rendition , and some of that I understand give the undertones of racism, but so too is much of the magic and mystery, I just hope the movie maintains it better.
January 4, 2021
I loved, loved, LOVED this book!!!!!!!!! It may be because Dumbo is my favorite Disney movie and I just have a nostalgic love for the story as a whole. I saw the adaptation when it came to theaters March 29th, 2019 and loved every bit of it. When my husband bought me this book the following Christmas I was so excited to read it but knew I would be bawling my eyes out. No lie, I cried just about every other page....and more so towards the last 6 or 7 chapters. Mostly just crying at the feels that this book brings to me from the Original 1941 to the 2019 Film. I loved every bit of this story. I fell in love with all the characters whose lives came to life through every chapter. I loved getting to know each member of the circus and their backstory of how they became a circus family.
April 6, 2019
3.5
The story was so charming and heart warming. Very enjoyable in every way. I would of loved for the story to concentrate more on Dumbo and his mom's situation instead of the secondary characters, but I also have to say that I likes that detail. It made us learn more about the secondary characters unlike in the animated movie.
I also adored how the main message was still very clear to the reader.
People need to read this atleats once.
The story was so charming and heart warming. Very enjoyable in every way. I would of loved for the story to concentrate more on Dumbo and his mom's situation instead of the secondary characters, but I also have to say that I likes that detail. It made us learn more about the secondary characters unlike in the animated movie.
I also adored how the main message was still very clear to the reader.
People need to read this atleats once.
July 30, 2024
I remember watching the original movie once and then never again - and I liked it a lot - I put this one on my tbr a while ago because I love a good retelling and I love a good animal movie - this one is still about Dumbo, the elephant that is born in a circus with super large ears that allow him to fly - but I also love that it has a happier ending than the original and that it focuses more on human characters. I actually liked this one a lot and it's a fairly fast read too.
March 25, 2019
This is a novelization of Ehren Kruger's screenplay.
The story begins in 1919 Missouri and moves to 1920 New York.
One the issues I had was with the repeated reference to Milly's pendent(key), as I know that it is being sold by a jeweler.
There is very little of the original animated version.
However, as a human driven story, Dumbo does retain some of its message of acceptance and inclusion.
The story begins in 1919 Missouri and moves to 1920 New York.
One the issues I had was with the repeated reference to Milly's pendent(key), as I know that it is being sold by a jeweler.
There is very little of the original animated version.
However, as a human driven story, Dumbo does retain some of its message of acceptance and inclusion.
July 10, 2019
Such an original turn to a classic story. I love Dumbo and have always loved the Disney cartoon so much, but it was great to read a book with new things to offer and not just the same story as the cartoon.
I haven't watched the movie yet, and the book works very well on its own. I Really enjoyed it and I enjoyed the ending SO MUCH!
I haven't watched the movie yet, and the book works very well on its own. I Really enjoyed it and I enjoyed the ending SO MUCH!
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July 20, 2019I won this giveaway in my book club and it was always my intention to gift it to my nieces. Still, I like to read the books I give them before. I started it, but it didn't grabbed me and I had to admit I wasn't going to retake. I gave it to my nieces without reading it. Simply, I'm not the target audience.
September 4, 2019
This book based on the Tim Burton`s movie is definitely one of my favorites. It brings the idea of this unique elephant from the original Disney movie but with a little of circus magic. it is a awesome book with awesome individuals. I would recommend it to fiction lovers of any age.
February 26, 2019
Very great. Everyone should read it at least once
March 5, 2019
A great book based on the new movie.
March 10, 2019
It was very good book it was about a elephant name dumbo and he has to save a circus but it was very good book to read.
April 7, 2019
Time may not stand still, but each new moments lets us learn and change and grow our love - Holt
May 31, 2019
I loved reading this book! I loved the characters and the plot! I loved this retelling of Dumbo!
January 13, 2020
Nothing bad to say about this book! I read it a while ago and absolutely LOVED it! So much that I read it in 2 days 🤣 I couldn't close it. Super sweet and heartwarming story.
January 23, 2021
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July 11, 2023
The movie was better 😊
January 23, 2025
It was mid. In my opinion, the movie was better, save your time.
July 16, 2025
very different from what I expected, but still good
September 10, 2020
Really, this is just a retelling of the movie. A good book nonetheless
November 12, 2021
This is a novelization of the live action movie -
I have not seen the movie, and have not seen the origonal disney movie.
I loved this book.
Its utter garbage - but my garbage
The book never tries to be anything other than what it is. Aggressively Stupid.
The weird inbetween chapters that explore the diverse cast is my favorite
How did The Mermaid woman become a mermaid woman?
She Couldnt Sew, and sometimes she would bump into the edges of tables on accident.
Obvi a lifelong freak. Put her in a carnival.
I have not seen the movie, and have not seen the origonal disney movie.
I loved this book.
Its utter garbage - but my garbage
The book never tries to be anything other than what it is. Aggressively Stupid.
The weird inbetween chapters that explore the diverse cast is my favorite
How did The Mermaid woman become a mermaid woman?
She Couldnt Sew, and sometimes she would bump into the edges of tables on accident.
Obvi a lifelong freak. Put her in a carnival.
June 5, 2019
The original movie didn't have much story, but then again it was a super short film. So I wanted to know what was added and the book came out before the movie so I read it. It's a nice enough story, it gives more indept view of the minor characters and how they came to be in the story. It shifts your focus a bit during the movie and in my opinion for the better.
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