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Book SynopsisThis cozy, gently humorous, and irresistible holiday tale from Newbery Medalist and New York Times-bestselling author Lynne Rae Perkins features universal themes of friendship, community, empathy, and generosity.
Trade Review“An engaging picture book adventure . . . Narration, dialogue, and illustrations work perfectly together.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “The simple story of [Lucy’s] realization and her attempt to make amends is told in deliciously rich language so porous it opens up glorious possibilities for the illustrations . . . Perkins’ art, with its warm yellows, opulent blues, and soft browns of wintry forest and cozy dens, nicely complements the fine narrative arc.” — Kirkus Reviews “This will make a warm and amusing winter readaloud.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “[A] warm-hearted winter story, spun with such delicious words . . . Perkins’s earth-toned illustrations are rich in detail, patterns, and textures.” — Horn Book Magazine “Perkins’s charmingly detailed, fanciful art and spontaneous narrative deliver an irrefutable message about the dangers of making snap judgments and the value of making amends—and friends.” — Publishers Weekly “Watercolor, gouache, and ink in panels, full-page spreads, and cameos show many details, sound bubbles, and humor to advance the story line . . . Children will take in the message to beware of jumping to conclusions." — Booklist
