I love the ideas behind both of the Niffenegger novels-in-pictures that I've read: _The Adventuress_ and now _The Night Bookmobile_. however, I feel like her stories are told in just a little too explicit a fashion, without room for my imagination, while also fairly emotionally flat. Perhaps a collaborator, a different editor, or time will remedy. Or perhaps it is her style, and I will always wish that the singular, fascinating ideas that come from her mind, were told my a different storyteller; but others are perfectly happy with the style-- including Ms.Niffennegger!

I also think that her books are in need of a different illustration style: one that alludes to the fantastic nature of these stories that draws in curious minds. Something less like a neatly done high school/ undergrad poetry magazine drawing.

While I appreciate the impetus to be an auteur of sorts, and tend all aspects (idea, story development, text, typography, and graphics), I can't wait until I see that she is collaborating with someone/s. I think that project will be really good stuff! ( )

Five stars for overall concept and thought provocation. Less for enjoyment of reading. ( )

My version of heaven ( )

I love the idea that all the books I read are collected. Imagine seeing how your interests change. ( )

Severely disappointing, as The Time Traveler's Wife is one of my most loved books. This story was abrupt and, frankly, terrible. The only redeeming quality was the picture of her favorite books, which is so similar to what mine (and I'm guessing most others') would look like. ( )