There's No Deer Around Here

Colorful illustrations and a heartwarming storyline

It's just adorable, both the story and the illustrations.

The illustrations were lovely and the story endearing.

The text flows smoothly, and the pacing is well-managed, giving readers a sense of the characters and their environment without overwhelming them. Hussey's storytelling aptly incorporates dialogues that highlight the relationship between Jacob, Granny, and Archie-Dog, all while advancing the narrative.

The mystery element is well-integrated into the storyline, with clues subtly woven in, stimulating young readers' critical thinking and curiosity. Jacob's earnest belief in the existence of deer serves as a delightful counter to Granny's scepticism, adding tension and intrigue.

Where this book really shines is in its illustrations by Rosie Venner. The artwork is rich and inviting, helping to visualise the settings and add emotional layers to the narrative. The illustrations serve as an engaging supplement to the text and are likely to captivate young readers.

Seeing a deer treated as something more than a nuisance was refreshing. The joy and love for animals is palpable in Jacob's character. And I just love Grandma's slippers in the first frame.

The illustrations are sensitized to a global readership. And the story's pace is well set. The flow is smooth. Bravo!

This was a moving, fun and engaging tale. The use of repetition did the job of keeping the reader both entertained and invested in the unravelling mystery. The illustrations complimented the story really well/.