Review of The Book of Lost Things

John Connolly’s, The Book of Lost Things, is a story that I will never forget. David lives in England with his father during World War II. However, the majority of the protagonist’s adventures take place in a mythical universe. The land seems to be a parallel world where coyotes can talk, monsters lurk in the forest, and much more. David uses the help of many people as he travels through this land in hope of finding the king. He is told by many companions that this is his only way of getting back to England. Fairy tales are incorporated into the story, which I felt made the novel much more interesting. At one point, David encounters Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Unlike the original story, Snow White is obese, greedy, and moody. The dwarves hate her, and have plotted many attempts to kill her. This section was interesting, because it put a completely different spin on the original story. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves fantasy and adventure.