A review by ginameix
Pilu of the Woods by Mai K. Nguyen

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

a short but fulfilling read about a young girl who is dealing with the death of her mother and runs away into the woods after a fight with her sister. Upon finding a lost tree spirit they embark on a journey to take the tree spirit back to her mother and along the way confront their big feelings - or 'monsters' - that they have been bottling up. With short sentences and several pages of exclusively pictures this book would be a good read for Grade 4+ or any reader who prefers visual storytelling. 
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