mehsi's review
5.0
A gorgeous little book about a little girl who is lonely and finds a very fun way to make her life more fun and full of people. :)
I have been eyeing this book for some time now, I know the author/illustrator has some great works, and this one looked absolutely lovely.
And then I got it for my birthday and I was delighted.
This book is really a treat, the illustrations are gorgeous. Colourful and there are quite a few details that keeps your eyes glued to the pages even after reading the words on the pages.
The main character is interesting, I loved her idea (though I wonder how magical she is that she can paint/write a sign and hang it at her door in mere hours) of setting up a House for Lost Creatures. Now she isn't lonely any more, though she also has no moments of quiet, even at night the creatures party on. Luckily, our main character is smart and makes several rules and plans to keep everyone (especially herself) happy and satisfied. Again, I am amazed at how fast she makes plans and signs. :)
Oh and I really loved that her house was located on top of a turtle. I didn't notice it at first (my first 2 pages were a bit stuck together). What a wonderful idea, I love it when worlds/houses are located on turtles or some other animal. It is really creative.
The ending left quite a bit to the imagination. I had kind of hoped we would see this newcomer in action, maybe a problem that arises due to this, but sadly it ended there. Maybe a second book? It would be lovely to have another book about Julia and her creatures.
All in all, this is one book I would recommend. Young and old will love Julia and will love her creativity.
Review first posted at http://twirlingbookprincess.com/
I have been eyeing this book for some time now, I know the author/illustrator has some great works, and this one looked absolutely lovely.
And then I got it for my birthday and I was delighted.
This book is really a treat, the illustrations are gorgeous. Colourful and there are quite a few details that keeps your eyes glued to the pages even after reading the words on the pages.
The main character is interesting, I loved her idea (though I wonder how magical she is that she can paint/write a sign and hang it at her door in mere hours) of setting up a House for Lost Creatures. Now she isn't lonely any more, though she also has no moments of quiet, even at night the creatures party on. Luckily, our main character is smart and makes several rules and plans to keep everyone (especially herself) happy and satisfied. Again, I am amazed at how fast she makes plans and signs. :)
Oh and I really loved that her house was located on top of a turtle. I didn't notice it at first (my first 2 pages were a bit stuck together). What a wonderful idea, I love it when worlds/houses are located on turtles or some other animal. It is really creative.
The ending left quite a bit to the imagination. I had kind of hoped we would see this newcomer in action, maybe a problem that arises due to this, but sadly it ended there. Maybe a second book? It would be lovely to have another book about Julia and her creatures.
All in all, this is one book I would recommend. Young and old will love Julia and will love her creativity.
Review first posted at http://twirlingbookprincess.com/
mlottermoser's review
4.0
Julia lives in a house by the sea, feeling lonely she posts a sign for lost creatures. Creatures of all shapes and sizes appear and chaos ensues. Beautiful illustrations, an interesting concept, and fun characters make this book a fun read.
ruthailuj's review
4.0
Why am I picking this book?
Well isn't it obvious?
The critters are cute, the story is cute, and Julia solves all her problems... until the next one at least.
Well isn't it obvious?
The critters are cute, the story is cute, and Julia solves all her problems... until the next one at least.
iffer's review
4.0
I love Ben Hatke's drawings, and they shine in this picture books, that also has a simple story and the message that everyone should do their part to help out!
kellyjcm's review
4.0
Z gave one thumb up. Five stars from me. It's neat how the author incorporates some panels, like a soft intro to graphic novels. Adorable story.
readingthroughtheages's review
3.0
The illustrations are beautiful. Hatke certainly has a wonderful imagination for creatures of this planet and from other planets!
Cute story - although I wish I could make a sign that asked for help and help appears!
Cute story - although I wish I could make a sign that asked for help and help appears!
heisereads's review
5.0
An adorably charming story with sweet illustrations. I really loved this whimsical picture book!
zepysgirl's review
4.0
It was sweet, even if there really wasn’t much plot to speak of. I’ll check out the next book.