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mehsi's review against another edition
5.0
A gorgeous little book about a little girl who is lonely and finds a very fun way to make her life more fun and full of people. :)
I have been eyeing this book for some time now, I know the author/illustrator has some great works, and this one looked absolutely lovely.
And then I got it for my birthday and I was delighted.
This book is really a treat, the illustrations are gorgeous. Colourful and there are quite a few details that keeps your eyes glued to the pages even after reading the words on the pages.
The main character is interesting, I loved her idea (though I wonder how magical she is that she can paint/write a sign and hang it at her door in mere hours) of setting up a House for Lost Creatures. Now she isn't lonely any more, though she also has no moments of quiet, even at night the creatures party on. Luckily, our main character is smart and makes several rules and plans to keep everyone (especially herself) happy and satisfied. Again, I am amazed at how fast she makes plans and signs. :)
Oh and I really loved that her house was located on top of a turtle. I didn't notice it at first (my first 2 pages were a bit stuck together). What a wonderful idea, I love it when worlds/houses are located on turtles or some other animal. It is really creative.
The ending left quite a bit to the imagination. I had kind of hoped we would see this newcomer in action, maybe a problem that arises due to this, but sadly it ended there. Maybe a second book? It would be lovely to have another book about Julia and her creatures.
All in all, this is one book I would recommend. Young and old will love Julia and will love her creativity.
Review first posted at http://twirlingbookprincess.com/
I have been eyeing this book for some time now, I know the author/illustrator has some great works, and this one looked absolutely lovely.
And then I got it for my birthday and I was delighted.
This book is really a treat, the illustrations are gorgeous. Colourful and there are quite a few details that keeps your eyes glued to the pages even after reading the words on the pages.
The main character is interesting, I loved her idea (though I wonder how magical she is that she can paint/write a sign and hang it at her door in mere hours) of setting up a House for Lost Creatures. Now she isn't lonely any more, though she also has no moments of quiet, even at night the creatures party on. Luckily, our main character is smart and makes several rules and plans to keep everyone (especially herself) happy and satisfied. Again, I am amazed at how fast she makes plans and signs. :)
Oh and I really loved that her house was located on top of a turtle. I didn't notice it at first (my first 2 pages were a bit stuck together). What a wonderful idea, I love it when worlds/houses are located on turtles or some other animal. It is really creative.
The ending left quite a bit to the imagination. I had kind of hoped we would see this newcomer in action, maybe a problem that arises due to this, but sadly it ended there. Maybe a second book? It would be lovely to have another book about Julia and her creatures.
All in all, this is one book I would recommend. Young and old will love Julia and will love her creativity.
Review first posted at http://twirlingbookprincess.com/
robynriddle15's review against another edition
4.0
I bought this for my niece for her birthday. I thought it was a nice short story and I hope she loves it. Only thing is, it needs a sequel.
kimlynn77's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this little story! The creatures were entertaining!
thestoryowl's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful illustrations and fun characters with a sweet story. Can't complain about that!
onceuponacarm's review against another edition
4.0
Beautiful watercolor illustrations that kept my baby's attention and a cute, engaging storyline. Julia's house moves into town, but she is lonely and so posts a sign welcoming others to join her. Lots of whimsical creatures show up, which is great at first...but they turn out to be awful roommates (flashback to noisy and messy college roommates). Julia creates a chore chart (which sounds awful and pedantic and boring, but I swear it isn't) and helps everyone enjoy each other's company once more.
Give this to imaginative readers who will appreciate the detailed and magical illustrations and the quiet zaniness of the story. This will appeal to kids from infancy through about age 9.
Give this to imaginative readers who will appreciate the detailed and magical illustrations and the quiet zaniness of the story. This will appeal to kids from infancy through about age 9.
cosmicrusalka's review against another edition
5.0
Absolutely ADORED. I honestly don't understand how this book could have anything less than a five-star rating.
heidisreads's review against another edition
5.0
The story makes you smile; the illustrations are illuminating and I want to read this to all of the kids who come into the library!
jyasskin's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
pacifickle's review against another edition
4.0
Julia takes in mythical friends like trolls, mermaids and gives them a house. Then they work together to make a home.