![]() ![]() In childlike scenes rendered in thick pencil strokes and soft colors, Crowther zeros in on Jeremy's universally recognizable fears while also highlighting the warmth and gentleness of his parents' patience and love. The Belgian illustrator keeps her narrative simple and straightforward, pairing each pages' lines with striking artwork. The search for its source produces an affectionate resolution, and Crowther's expressive artwork will leave readers eager for more." - STARRED REVIEW, Publishers Weekly "Originally published in France, this English translation aptly captures the gentle tone of Crowther's heartwarming story. It's a delicious moment-the parent awakened by the same noise that scared the child. "Crowther imbues a familiar scenario with elegance and surprise, especially in her gray, lime green and red pencil drawings: The floor of the frogs' house is covered in water, and Jeremy's worst imaginings look respectably scary." - The New York Times Book Review "There's no shortage of books about bedtime fears, but Lindgren Award-winner Crowther (Jack and Jim) brings a distinctive, quirky tenderness to this one. ![]()
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