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bibliobrittish's review against another edition
4.0
This book was all my favorite parts of Stuart Little and The Tale of Despereaux all balled up into one and spat out into the modern era. It's whimsical and magical, an unbelievably approachable way to teach young readers to stand up for what they believe in, even when those who are bigger or stronger don't see or acknowledge their problems. A treasure for all ages.
I adored Bernard and his newfound friends. And I loved the new world he created for himself, and fought to make better, proving you don't have to return to where you came from just because it's familiar. And the narration! I wouldn't be surprised to see Gary Furlong join the ranks of Jim Dale and Stephen Fry in years to come. Absolutely stellar.
I adored Bernard and his newfound friends. And I loved the new world he created for himself, and fought to make better, proving you don't have to return to where you came from just because it's familiar. And the narration! I wouldn't be surprised to see Gary Furlong join the ranks of Jim Dale and Stephen Fry in years to come. Absolutely stellar.
joshgauthier's review against another edition
4.0
Delightful. With wonderful illustrations, Hoffman takes some of the familiar elements from Alice in Wonderland and transforms them into a modern adventure through the strange land of New York City. Whimsical and full of adventure, the story of Bernard Pepperlin nevertheless captures timely and resonant themes about differences, apathy, and the power of community. It's a fun read that also has a lot to say about the world we live in, and Hoffman weaves those two halves of the story together into a fantastic adventure sure to delight readers of all ages.
stitchandwitch's review against another edition
5.0
A delightful, captivating exploration of the life of the Dormouse from Wonderland. Bernard, as escapes the Mad Hatters tea party only to get caught up in a terrible plot to freeze time in NYC. This is NYC from a mouses view. The lights, the subway, the people that make New York such a unique city, are all explored from a ground-level sight line. Adorable, engaging and entrancing.
beebliobibuli's review against another edition
3.0
That was a very cute and greatly written little tale about friendship, and standing for one another in times of need.
I really loved all the characters, even the weasles!
And it was great the way the author talked about pets and how their owners see them. Our pets are living creatures and we must think of them as whole beings with feeling and personalities of their own!
I really loved all the characters, even the weasles!
And it was great the way the author talked about pets and how their owners see them. Our pets are living creatures and we must think of them as whole beings with feeling and personalities of their own!
kapago97's review against another edition
3.0
I definitely recommend an audio book version for this one, not sure I wouldve liked it as much without all the voices. Very immersive
quirkybibliophile's review against another edition
3.0
Bernard is stuck in the world of Alice and Wonderland after Alice no longer lives there and is living a pretty mundane life. He falls through a tea pot and escapes this world into the city of New York, but sadly that world has problems of its own. There's a gang who wants to stop time and Bernard is afraid that if they succeed he is going to be stuck with a life like the one he had in the past but worst.
The characters in this story are so cute and sweet, I love that its written around animals and their lives. It was so nice to imagine that these animals who live amongst us have lives and problems of their own just like us. I really enjoyed the humor in the interactions Bernard has with other animals and the range of emotions behind those interactions.
I recommend this to children ages 7-11 and to adults who are looking for a cute short read.
The characters in this story are so cute and sweet, I love that its written around animals and their lives. It was so nice to imagine that these animals who live amongst us have lives and problems of their own just like us. I really enjoyed the humor in the interactions Bernard has with other animals and the range of emotions behind those interactions.
I recommend this to children ages 7-11 and to adults who are looking for a cute short read.
mags549's review against another edition
5.0
I definitely read my fair share of Wonderland based books, but I'd never expected to find one about the Dormouse so adorable. I only even bought it because the name made me chuckle, but, I have to say, I'm glad I finished off my year the same way I started- with a Wonderland book I won't be soon to forget
mollyjordan's review against another edition
3.0
Bernard Pepperlin, infamous tea party dormouse, is stuck in Wonderland where time is at a standstill. He’s forever attending the same tea party. One day he is tossed into a teapot by the Mad Hatter and March Hare and he changes his fate. He swims to the bottom of the teapot and pops up in Manhattan.
Life is hustling and bustling in a Manhattan, but the Pork Pie Gang wants to take over by stopping time. Bernard and a multitude of other animals he meets along the way work to put a stop to their plans.
I had high hopes for this one, but it was just missing something. I read this out loud to my 5 year old and he had a hard time keeping track of all the animals. I agree, we really didn’t need to meet them all to help fight the Pork Pie Gang. What was missing? Maybe the magic of Alice in Wonderland. Talking animals are fun, but these were a bit mundane in comparison to those in Wonderland.
Life is hustling and bustling in a Manhattan, but the Pork Pie Gang wants to take over by stopping time. Bernard and a multitude of other animals he meets along the way work to put a stop to their plans.
I had high hopes for this one, but it was just missing something. I read this out loud to my 5 year old and he had a hard time keeping track of all the animals. I agree, we really didn’t need to meet them all to help fight the Pork Pie Gang. What was missing? Maybe the magic of Alice in Wonderland. Talking animals are fun, but these were a bit mundane in comparison to those in Wonderland.
emmae's review
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0