Psyche is the most beautiful woman in the world, yet the oracle at Delphi foresees she will fall in love with a creature feared even by the gods... read full description
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Feb 17, 2009
Kathryn
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I thought this was exquisite! The story is beautiful and beautifully told and the artwork is sumptuous. I truly felt transported while I experienced this thoughtful and heart-ful celebration of love.
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Mar 14, 2009
Chandra
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Love cannot live without trust...
The love story of Cupid and Psyche has always been one of my very favorite myths. So, I was delighted to find this wonderful story done full justice here at the hands of this talented mother/daughter team. I really can't find a thing to complain about so this book gets a rare 5 stars from me! I thought the retelling by M. Charlotte Craft was excellent - both vivid and succinct at the same time - no easy task! And the illustrations - wow! Kinuko C More...
The love story of Cupid and Psyche has always been one of my very favorite myths. So, I was delighted to find this wonderful story done full justice here at the hands of this talented mother/daughter team. I really can't find a thing to complain about so this book gets a rare 5 stars from me! I thought the retelling by M. Charlotte Craft was excellent - both vivid and succinct at the same time - no easy task! And the illustrations - wow! Kinuko C More...
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Nov 18, 2009
Ann
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Another fantastic book by the Craft duo!
I did not know the story of Cupid and Psyche prior to reading this, and thus my enjoyment of the story was enhanced. I was pleasantly surprised by the detail of this book and the overall goodness of it. There were a few points that I felt took away, just a bit, from the overall "perfect-ness" of our protagonists:
*Cupid was obviously a mischief maker
*Why did Psyche believe her sisters (though, I felt Craft managed this mo More...
I did not know the story of Cupid and Psyche prior to reading this, and thus my enjoyment of the story was enhanced. I was pleasantly surprised by the detail of this book and the overall goodness of it. There were a few points that I felt took away, just a bit, from the overall "perfect-ness" of our protagonists:
*Cupid was obviously a mischief maker
*Why did Psyche believe her sisters (though, I felt Craft managed this mo More...
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Mar 13, 2010
Psyche is very beautiful, but in order to conquer love she must go through many obstacles including Venus herself.
I think one of the biggest and most important things about this book is the illustrations. The paintings in the book are beautiful and remind me of something you would find in an old European cathedral. The illustrations are so magical and really help set the mood for the myth. The pictures are exactly what I would imagine with a traditional story like Cupid and Psyche More...
I think one of the biggest and most important things about this book is the illustrations. The paintings in the book are beautiful and remind me of something you would find in an old European cathedral. The illustrations are so magical and really help set the mood for the myth. The pictures are exactly what I would imagine with a traditional story like Cupid and Psyche More...
Oct 14, 2009
Ashley
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Cupid and Psyche has very elegant illustrations, borders, and font. They are covered with jewels, rubies, castles, vines, flowers, and statues; all of which are appropriate for this royal tale. This fairytale is full of suspense while Psyche is on her journey to find out who she is destined to fall in love with. Then there is more suspense when Psyche is forced to complete three tasks or never see Cupid again. This love story between Cupid and Psyche could be used in a middle school classroo
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Jul 19, 2011
I thought this was a cute book, and it was a fun story to read. I loved the illustrations in this book, they were very pretty, colorful, and detailed. I did not like how throughout most of this book, it was mainly about beauty, and jealousy. When I just read this story it was fun to read and a cute story but when I actually thought about it, most of the story was about how Psyche was so beautiful that the men loved her, and the women were jealous. I did not like that, I like stories that have a
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May 28, 2009
Abigail
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A picture-book retelling of the classic Greek myth, in which Cupid, the god of love and the son of Venus, falls in love with a mortal princess named Psyche. When Psyche is told that she will marry "a creature feared by the gods themselves" she is terrified, but soon discovers that her invisible bridegroom is gentle and loving, and she spends her days in contentment. But a visit from her envious sisters causes Psyche to doubt her new husband, and in a moment of weakness, she betrays his
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Oct 05, 2009
Taya
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The illustrations in this book were breathtaking. The detail in each page was so intricate that I found myself focusing so much on them that I would forget the words that I had just read on the page. The style of the illustrator matches so well with the theme and storyline of the book that the final product is one of cohesiveness and authenticity. The illustrations were done with oils and watercolors. This medium gives a richness to each of the pages that adds to the regal style of the book.
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Jul 24, 2009
Miriam
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Craft's illustrations are truly exquisite! Rather than attempt to adapt to Greek artisitic conventions she uses Grecian clothing and hair styles to give the appropriate feel. The setting is more influenced by late medieval and early Renaissance landscapes and floral decoration. One beautiful full-page plate of a mourning Psyche reflected in a lily pond is strongly reminiscent of Waterhouse's paintings.
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I also liked that the text, without too much addition on the author's part to the More...
Mar 28, 2010
Kristi
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I really enjoy reading this book. It tells a story of a human princess Psyche who is said to be more beautiful than the Goddess Venus. The tale tells of Cupid and Psyche falling in love, being torn apart and fighting outside forces to get back together. It talks of jealousy, revenge, love, hope, and a happy ending.
Oct 16, 2009
Heidi
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As always, Craft's illustrations are nothing short of enchanting and mesmerizing. The story enhanced by the beautiful artwork is creative and wonderful in itself.
Sep 27, 2010
Jandi
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This was the first book I read on Greek mythology. I was inspired by the story for another I was making, and I still making it.
Sep 13, 2009
Mary
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This is a very good telling for children of what can become a very erotic story.
Jan 02, 2009
Pamela
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The illustrations in this book are by one of my favorite artists Kinuko Craft.
Jul 07, 2009
Kelly
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Breathtaking, intricate illustrations accompany this simple retelling of the Roman myth of Cupid and Psyche. The story is short but it has all the necessary pieces to the story and tells it well. If you like picture books and/or myths, you will enjoy this picture book.
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