My niece and I loved the illustrations – yes, we skimmed ahead to see the pictures. The picture of Olivia hanging upside down in the attic is hilarious. I finished the book on my own (once I start a book I have to finish it, and I’m glad that I did).

My niece thought that the way Olivia tried to catch and then befriend Burrufu was clever and fun.[...] The fantasy of the story is really imaginative. Burrufu’s exile, hiding from everyone because his appearance is frightening, makes Burrufu an especially lovable character. [...] I thought this story of friendship and adventure was cute and touching.

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