A review by graypeape
The Pest in the Nest by Julian Gough

5.0

I haven't read the first Rabbit & Bear book yet (though I plan to do so as soon as I get the chance), so I can't compare this book to it. I really enjoyed this book! It has a good lesson in it (honestly, I think most if not all adults should read this), that you may not be able to change your circumstances, but you can change the way you think about them. I don't know if kids will immediately get this idea, though it's explained very well within the story, but it puts the idea in their heads where it can bloom. The story is cute and fun, and I loved the friendship between Rabbit and Bear- they remind me of me and my husband! And can we talk about the artwork for a minute? I love the nostalgic look of it, the black and white with just green to add color. The landscapes are rendered beautifully, and the characters are expressive and full of personality. This is just the sort of book I would've loved as a child, and I look forward to giving these books to my nephews!

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