I really enjoyed this book. There is a lot to like about it in my opinion. It is incredibly fast-paced, which is always a plus for me. The other mother was genuinely terrifying and I feel like I'll be looking over my shoulder for her

creepy hand

. I liked that Coraline was very sure of herself, even when she was scared. And of course, I loved the cat.

The only complaint I have (and this is the reason I rated it 4.5 stars instead of 5) is the ending.

You're telling me all it took to stop the hand was throwing it down a well and putting some boards on top of it? I'm sorry but that's a little lame.

I would have like a more creative ending, especially when the entire book is so creative otherwise.