hereistheend's review against another edition
5.0
This book of immaculate illustrations is a gift for all ages. Echoing Love’s first book, Julián at the Wedding features warm brown pages and watercolor and gouache paintings. The result is much brighter and more detailed than Julián is a Mermaid, yet delicate, bright, and lovely, very much echoing the mood of a wedding. Love does incredible work portraying Black children- especially a boy- experiencing joy and employing creativity, a feature still rare and important in 2020. This book just so happens to include a lesbian wedding, but centers on the children’s play. The end papers are also happy to note- they are simply added illustrations. At its core, this book seems to be about Black joy: people simply existing and celebrating and loving one another. This will most likely be in the running for the Caldecott, due to the beautiful and very unique style of illustrations, coupled with the fact that one can fully understand the story without actually reading the words.
sammieelynn's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
mehsi's review
5.0
Wat een heerlijk zoet en vrolijk en fabulous boek was dit! Julian gaat naar een bruiloft! Daar ontmoet hij Marisol en de twee hebben samen veel plezier met helpen bij de bruiloft + met spelen. Tja, het blijven kinderen en die willen spelen, maar ik vond Julian's oplossing voor het probleem gewoon zo zoet, zo lief!
Ik vond het ook leuk dat de bruiloft tussen twee vrouwen was. Heel normaal natuurlijk, maar helaas nog niet zo in kinderboeken, dus supertof. Ook leuk vond ik de twee vrouwen, een had afro haar (hopelijk zeg ik het goed) de ander had dreads/staartjes (nogmaals, sorry als ik het fout heb). Ook de kleding vond ik leuk.
Er is niet veel tekst, maar de illustraties vertellen al meer dan genoeg.
Misschien schrijf ik snel een uitgebreidere review op mijn boekenblog.
Ik vond het ook leuk dat de bruiloft tussen twee vrouwen was. Heel normaal natuurlijk, maar helaas nog niet zo in kinderboeken, dus supertof. Ook leuk vond ik de twee vrouwen, een had afro haar (hopelijk zeg ik het goed) de ander had dreads/staartjes (nogmaals, sorry als ik het fout heb). Ook de kleding vond ik leuk.
Er is niet veel tekst, maar de illustraties vertellen al meer dan genoeg.
Misschien schrijf ik snel een uitgebreidere review op mijn boekenblog.
fynn_jls's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Absolutely heartwarming, who doesn't love queer children's books
& I really liked the illustrations & the colours
& I really liked the illustrations & the colours
becandbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Read as part of Julián Stories on Libro.FM
These are incredible, fantastic, gorgeous picture books and this little duo of stories in audiobook form are just as wonderful. Complete with fun background music that compliments the stories, this is a fantastic addition to picture book storytelling but just as great to listened to alone.
The narration is thoughtfully done, with pauses of anticipation keeping the story engaging. The young mischief in both stories, alongside the wholehearted love and acceptance throughout these books make them a must have for any young ones.
These are incredible, fantastic, gorgeous picture books and this little duo of stories in audiobook form are just as wonderful. Complete with fun background music that compliments the stories, this is a fantastic addition to picture book storytelling but just as great to listened to alone.
The narration is thoughtfully done, with pauses of anticipation keeping the story engaging. The young mischief in both stories, alongside the wholehearted love and acceptance throughout these books make them a must have for any young ones.
Note: Review copy (audiobook) received from Libro.FM. This does not impact opinions within this review.
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mat_tobin's review against another edition
4.0
Julián teaches us all that love is love and that it transcends all constrictive ideologies around gender. Julián and his grandmother are invited to a wedding. Here, Julián plays with a friend, Abuela while all the adults do what they do. However, Abulea's dress is muddied and she's concerned. Julián assuaged any fears by presenting her with a new dress that he crafts under the hidden branches of a willow and both return to the wedding to dance and celebrate.
Using the same techniques as her first outing, Love's story this time is far more adventurous with regards to presentation, frame, pace and form. A lovely story.
Using the same techniques as her first outing, Love's story this time is far more adventurous with regards to presentation, frame, pace and form. A lovely story.
mariahroze's review against another edition
4.0
This book was really cute. There were barely any words and mostly pictures. It would be good to read with kids and talk about what it looks like is happening in the book.
Also, this book is lgbt friendly.
Also, this book is lgbt friendly.
zoes_human's review against another edition
5.0
Another beautifully illustrated and magical story about Julián. This time he goes to a wedding where he meets Marisol, with whom he forms a friendship and has a glorious adventure. A lovely tale for both my heart and eyes.
Suitable for ages 4 to 8.
Suitable for ages 4 to 8.