An absolutely stellar book that champions environmental awareness. This whole book is incredibly educational and inspirational. My first thought when I started it was, “Omg, I might have missed my calling in life as an environmental engineer.”
Outlandishly quirky, in a charming sort of way. Fast paced. Tons of action. And plenty of whimsy.
I love how environmentally conscious this book is. And it is so refreshing how the grandma in this story is portrayed as strong and actively adventurous, rather than simply old and frail.
What a lovely and delightful read. I was absolutely entranced by this book. Great worldbuilding and wonderful characters—each quirky and unique. The characters' personalities and their interactions with each other felt playful, but also very organic.
This is a fun and lighthearted read that tackles a fairly dark subject. While the villain of the book tries to kill and displace the royal family in order to take over the kingdom, the royal children, with the help of the castle, try to thwart the sinister machinations of the villain. While that does sound fairly heavy, this book keeps everything upbeat. It is filled with whimsy and sibling comradery. And, what can I say, I'm a sucker for anthropomorphic buildings.
A childhood favorite. I pick this book up every now and then, for nostalgia's sake. And I love it ever time I read it.
A very fun and engaging read. This book is filled with interesting and informative plant science. The format really ropes you in, making you eager to learn which flower is the deadliest. And I love that it didn't shy away from discussing the deadly symptoms that these plants cause, when ingested.
Tons of interesting facts wrapped up in an engaging delivery. This book raises curiosity with it's clever who-is-the-deadliest hook—you keep reading, because you have to know the answer!
Fun and fast. This book is filled with magic, wonder, and over-the-top outlandishness. Super quirky and whimsical. It reminded me of the joys of childhood.
As a person who loves both gardening and cooking, this book really resonated with me. It had interesting characters, good world building, and a plot that felt both magical and universal. It was fun, mysterious, and compelling.
Such a fun and emotional story, with gorgeous and quirky art. This retelling of “Frau Holle” does a fantastic joy of conveying the burnout of everyday chores and the joys of relaxation after much hard work has been achieved.
I never knew there were so many way to make a wish! Sweet and hopeful, but with darker undercurrents of parental neglect.
