THIS IS A NICE POTERY BOOK BY MUDRIKA SINGH . The book’s verses utilize memorable imagery, while alliteration and rhymes are used to lift elements of scenes for celebration, as with “The young girl’s surpassing beauty caught the eye / of the dread God of sea and sky, mighty Poseidon.” Beautiful passages describe birds and their calls, and flowers in a garden, with lush natural details. Natural breaks come after each part of Odysseus’s journey, during which every interaction pays off, revealing elements of the plot, characterizations, or both. When Odysseus reaches the end of his quest, it is a satisfying fulfillment of all that has come before. Blending poetry, literature, adventures, and tradition, Odysseus: On the River of Time is a substantial and rewarding tale about ancient Greece’s best known hero.