Nicole Rubel
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Total reviews: 1
Average rating: 5.0 of 5
The Nose Knows 5 out of 5 stars.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
This richly illustrated Western retelling of "Cyrano de Bergerac" is fine fare for youngsters 3 to 9. Cyrano, in this scenario, is a sheriff with a somewhat large nose, and an even bigger crush on the belle of the town, Roxane, the sheepish (literally) librarian. Trouble is, Cyrano's deputy, Wolfie (yes, he's a wolf) has a thing for Roxane as well.But that's not Cyrano's only problem: The Gila Monster Gang (umm, they're Gila Monsters) comes in a-shooting up and robbing the town. The story proceeds loosely along the lines of the original (with some action and sarsaparillas thrown in for Western authenticity) as the amorous but shy Cyrano writes poems for Roxane, signed by Wolfie. But, when the Gila Monster Gang threatens to rob the train at Purple Rock River, Cyrano (with the agility and power of a Kobe to Shaquille dunk) uses all his talents to capture the gang and win Roxane's heart.
I think Roxane puts it best: "Cyrano! Your great nose has taught you to be courageous, but your poetry has lassoed my heart!" Highly recommended!
Editorial Review:
Cyrano is a brave sheriff when he's chasing rascals and varmits, but his legs turn to jelly when he thinks about Roxane. Cyrano is sure she can never love him because of his enormous nose. When a handsome rival for Roxane's affections appears, Cyrano thinks all hope is lost. It takes a gang of desperadoes for the shy sheriff to realize his true worth. Full-color illustrations.
