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Summary: My Perspective
Review: Griffen & Sabine captured my imagination and kept me thinking and talking about it for weeks! Unfortunately, Bantock's latest installment in the series proves it's over --or in this case, should be over. There is nothing fresh or original here, simply an excuse to squeeze out three more books for Griffen & Sabine junkies (like me)to spend our book $$ on in the hopes that the magic is still there (it isn't). The mystery is frustrating because it relies on the next book in order to make any sense of the story and therefore cannot stand alone as a piece of literature like the books in the previous trilogy. I am a disappointed Griffen & Sabine fan.
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Summary: Know when to quit
Review: Griffen & Sabine captured my imagination and kept me thinking and talking about it for weeks! Unfortunately, Bantock's latest installment in the series proves it's over --or in this case, should be over. There is nothing fresh or original here, simply an excuse to squeeze out three more books for Griffen & Sabine junkies (like me)to spend our book $$ on in the hopes that the magic is still there (it isn't). The mystery is frustrating because it relies on the next book in order to make any sense of the story and therefore cannot stand alone as a piece of literature like the books in the previous trilogy. I am a disappointed Griffen & Sabine fan.
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Summary: Swept away by Bantock's "The Gryphon"
Review: Griffin and Sabine fans: set aside an evening and your favorite chair, and get ready for the adventure to continue. From acclaimed artist and storyteller Nick Bantock, comes the fourth installment of his famed series, "In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Is Rediscovered." Matthew Sedon is an archaeologist working in Egypt, writing postcards and letters to his girlfriend in Paris, Isabella de Reims. One day, Matthew receives a letter from Sabine Strohem, soon followed by copies of her entire correspondence with Griffin Moss. Join Isabella and Matthew as they try and unravel the mystery: is this a real conversation between two people, or an elaborate fiction? And why does it all seem to parallel their own relationship? As always, Bantock's artistry is impeccable, and the postcards and pull-out letters are as beautiful and fun as they have been over the entire series of books. The story is so complex and rich it makes sense to those new to the series, and does not disappoint for die-hard fans.
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Summary: Artful But Disappointing
Review: I am an admiring fan of Bantock - I find him highly creative and artful. The graphics and concept of this book continues the rich vein of Griffin & Sabine, but the story is not complete. He does continue the plot line, adding new elements which kept me interested. It is as though he wrote half or three-quarters of a story. There is no resolution. There needs to be a sequel to this book. Which is a shame - I would have bought his next book anyway. I can't get enough of his interesting letters, cards and additions. Still, I recommend this book, if for no other reason than the creativity.
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Summary: Gorgeous artwork, but not as good as first G&S trilogy
Review: I am happy to add this to my Griffin and Sabine collection, although the storyline isn't as strong as the first trilogy. The ending was way too abrupt. I have to hand it to Bantock, though -He makes you eager to get your hands on the next book in the series! There's still nothing else like his books on the market, so I continue to enjoy the originality of these books.
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Summary: What took him so long!
Review: I knew there was more to be written by Bantock than just the third book of G&S trilogy and sure enough after all this time he does it again. However, I was wanting more about Griffin and Sabine and I had hoped the baby picture at the end of the third book was an indication of more about them. Instead, Bantock begins with a new trilogy, with new lovers. But thank God he kept with his unique stlye of writing with letters and intriguing pictures and art work that varies through out the book making him a writer in his own class. His work is excellent and I started reading him years ago when I saw how beautiful his trilogy looked on a book shelf. That has led me to buy all his books including his address book and notecards and now my friends collect his stuff also.
If your not sure you want to read this book or the Griffin and Sabine trilogy than at least pick up the "Venetians Wife" and I guarantee you will change your mind. All of Bantock's books have an unusual theme filled with mystery, some romance and intrigue enough to make me read the books in one sitting. Please give one of his works a try especially if you are bored with the standard form of mystery writing. Bantock's books are a delight not only to read but to look at, even if you don't like this type of reading. BEWARE OF ALL THE CLUES AND TWIST IN HIS BOOKS.
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Summary: What took him so long!
Review: I knew there was more to be written by Bantock than just the third book of G&S trilogy and sure enough after all this time he does it again. However, I was wanting more about Griffin and Sabine and I had hoped the baby picture at the end of the third book was an indication of more about them. Instead, Bantock begins with a new trilogy, with new lovers. But thank God he kept with his unique stlye of writing with letters and intriguing pictures and art work that varies through out the book making him a writer in his own class. His work is excellent and I started reading him years ago when I saw how beautiful his trilogy looked on a book shelf. That has led me to buy all his books including his address book and notecards and now my friends collect his stuff also.
If your not sure you want to read this book or the Griffin and Sabine trilogy than at least pick up the "Venetians Wife" and I guarantee you will change your mind. All of Bantock's books have an unusual theme filled with mystery, some romance and intrigue enough to make me read the books in one sitting. Please give one of his works a try especially if you are bored with the standard form of mystery writing. Bantock's books are a delight not only to read but to look at, even if you don't like this type of reading. BEWARE OF ALL THE CLUES AND TWIST IN HIS BOOKS.
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Summary: Another delight for the eyes
Review: I was delighted to see that Nick Bantock had published another one of his "interactive" books, and this one, the beginning of a new trilogy, is a delight. The art, as usual, is exquisitely detailed and lovingly rendered. Every time I look at a drawing or collage again, I see something new, something I had missed before.I did not realize how much I had missed this kind of book from Bantock - has it really been 8 years? -- until I had "The Gryphon" in my hands. I read it quickly, then again, more slowly, after which I went back and re-read the Griffin and Sabine trilogy. I am as confused as ever, but that is all right with me! I had just finished reading "The Artful Dodger" and that really added to my enjoyment of this newest book. I truly admire the way Bantock combines art and text in his books - it is a gift. In "The Gryphon", Griffin Moss and Sabine Strohem draw two more people, Matthew and Isabella, into their lives and the story unfolds as the reader becomes privy to their correspondence. It is almost voyeuristic, the way we are able to enter their private world through these letters and postcards. Just the act of pulling a letter out of its envelope makes the reader more involved and vested in the story and its outcome. I think I have most of the books this author has ever had published, even some of his pop-up books, and I never tire of re-reading them or giving them as gifts. The next two books in this trilogy cannot be written soon enough for me!
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Summary: Back to Griffen and Sabine
Review: I was first introduced to Nick Bantock's work when I was fifteen. I was given a copy of Griffen and Sabine by a Japanese foriegn exchange teacher. It was brilliant and I read it as soon as I opened it. My sister and I were fans and collected the next two books over the next couple of years. Since then, I have bought a number of copies for friends and was delighted when I learned that Bantock was continuing the story with The Gryphon. The Gryphon picks up exactly where the third book leaves off explaining who the mysterious M is and the connection of Griffen and Sabine to the person in the final post card. Bantock effortlessly slips back into the characters of Griffen and Sabine and introduces us to two new, equally as intriguing, characters. The artwork, as always, is stunning. This book is a treat to read. If you've read the trilogy leading up to this, you must also read The Gryphon. If you haven't you should pick up all four books and devour them slowly!
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Summary: Unbelievable and Exciting!
Review: I was hooked on the first series and continue to pull it off my book shelf and dive into the world of Griffin and Sabine. With this new book and am pulled even further into their world and lives. This is truly a fantastic new addition to the series and one that everyone who has ever had a relationship needs to read.
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