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The protagonists’ fears and worries are completely relatable and readers will joyfully join in the refrain of, “I’m brave! I’m strong! I’m five!” A first purchase for libraries serving young children.
Only Jeffers knows if this 2019 fable is about Trumpian terrors, the horror of late-stage capitalism, or simply a cautionary tale against greed that is as old as storytelling itself. Regardless of its intentions, this minimalistic masterpiece is a must-read for all ages.
Just the right amount of tension, delicious vocabulary such as “sly,” “plump,” “famished,” and “snug,” and alliterative phrases make this a first purchase for group and one-on-one sharing. Count on requests for many readings.