Bridgeford is a small country town in England. Like many similar it has become a dormitory town for commuters and the town centre is fading. Small community groups exist but are dwindling, one of these is the Bridgeford Community Choir. The stories of some of the members, new and old, intertwine to give a portrait of small town life.
In a similar way to her previous book, 'The Hive', Hornby focuses on the lives of a small group of people drawn together by common purpose. Her writing is unchallenging and the stories predictable but that doesn't make this a bad book. For those looking for a simple, enjoyable, entertaining read this fits the bill perfectly. ( )

Age Appropriateness: Primary
Genre: Fantasy
Media: Watercolor
Setting: The setting in this story does not have great influence on it. The reader is not given a specific date in time or a specific place on the planet either and neither would have much of an impact on this story. All we can tell is that the place is outside and appears to be in the spring or summer time because of all the bright colors, beautifully green grass and blossomed flowers.
Review: This is the story of three friends who are all different types of animals. The mother of one of the animals practically adopts the other two types of animals that are friends with her son. They celebrate their differences and their similarities. This a wonderful story of friendship, family, and acceptance. The animals in this story talk, which makes this an example of fantasy. ( )