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When a mysterious visitor eats all the plants in Granny’s garden one night, Jacob is left wondering what it could be. Together with his best friend, Archie-Dog, Jacob sets out on a mission – collecting clues along the way to prove to Granny that there really ARE deer around here!
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Colorful illustrations and a…
Colorful illustrations and a heartwarming storyline
Thank you soo much for your…
In reply to Colorful illustrations and a… by Falguni Jain
Thank you soo much for your feedback. That's wonderful. Glad you enjoyed it.
Beautiful book!
It's just adorable, both the story and the illustrations.
Thank you Jennifer…
In reply to Beautiful book! by Jennifer Rarden
Thank you Jennifer. Appreciated :)
Very Sweet...
The illustrations were lovely and the story endearing.
The text flows smoothly, and…
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.
Delightful
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.
Crosscultural illustrations ...
The illustrations are sensitized to a global readership. And the story's pace is well set. The flow is smooth. Bravo!
Moving, fun and engaging
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/.