“Watercolors depict the dreamy world of the enchanted wood as both delicate and earthy and help to make the rich, humorous story accessible to a younger audience.”

Horn Book

“Nolan conjures a magical world of Mediterranean-blue skies and glowing enchanted forests.”

Kirkus Reviews

“Nolan’s sumptuous painterly watercolors highlight the theatrical setting of the spellbound wood.  Gnarled, mossy trees provide the backdrop for a cast of unusually youthful lovers, gossamer-winged fairies, and a trill puckish Puck.  A first rate entrée to the Bard.”

Publisher’s Weekly

“Surely Nolan has created the most appealing Puck since Mickey Rooney.  The wise hobgoblin piping on the cover and laughing on the title page is an irresistible lure into the story.  Throughout, the artist’s muted watercolors enrich the retelling.  The effect is delightfully fresh and youthful.  The lush setting is perfect, from the blue Mediterranean and marble steps of Athens to the ancient magic of an enchanted forest full of gnarled trees with delicate sprites nestled among the vines and roots.”

School Library Journal