This is a very cute adventure story for young children. There are lots of interestingly combined animals that like very human foods. One example is a Gargantula that eats oatmeal cookies.

The illustrations are bright, cheerful and fun. The story takes place at night and features the moon in a significant way, which is a personal favourite story element of mine in kids and other types of books.

This is the second book I've read by Jonathan Auxier. This was much more lighthearted than Sweep. As it should be, being a kids book. I have to say it's nice to see an author with range for the fun and the serious. I'd be happy to read on in the series to see what adventure Auggie goes on next.

*Please note I won a copy of this book in a Librarything Giveaway* ( )

Independent reading level: 1st-4th grade

Very nice illustrations! Great quality! The reading is pleasant and amusing with children.
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A cute well-plotted adventure with brisk pacing that features some memorable supporting characters (especially Fen, the stick-in-the-mud who is completely charming) . The illustrations complement the story well enough but failed to blow me away. Ideal for kids who love animals and magical fiction.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher for review

I received a free copy of this book from LibraryThing. I really loved this book; I think my niece will love it too. The artwork is gorgeous, and so amusing! The story was interesting and humorous! ( )