Book Reviews

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The Moon of Kyiv

Gianni Rodari, illus. Beatrice Alemagna

Michael Morpurgo’s important words are quoted on the cover: “Read this book, look up at the moon, know it shines on the faces of the children in Ukraine, on everyone everywhere who is living through war and longing for peace.”

Dearest One

Arielle Dance, illus. Jenny Duke

A tender, lyrical story of love for ourselves and others.

The Boy Lost in the Maze

Joseph Coelho, illus. Kate Milner

The lives of 21st century teenager Theo and Theseus of Ancient Greek legend become entwined on their journeys towards manhood.

Nour’s Secret Library

Wafa’ Tarnowska, illus. Vali Mintzi

Inspired by the story of a real secret library in a war zone, Nour's secret library was created by young people during the Syrian Civil War that began in 2011.

Scruff

Alice Bowsher

When an unwanted, scruffy black dog finds a new owner, he’s expected to enjoy rough and tumble in the park like all the other dogs. But Scruff just wants to be pampered. A funny, charming picture book that will enchant dog lovers.

Every Second

Bruno Gilbert

Every second – 100 lightning strikes, 8000 scoops of ice cream, 200,000 text messages, 3 million litres of cow burps… and other incredible things that happen each second around the world. The long English title gives a clear idea of the content.