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Small in the City by Sydney Smith

sailorgold_'s review against another edition

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5.0

This was so cute and the artwork is amazing

lizzydennyreadsabook's review against another edition

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4.0

This book had a sad twist but could be a good resource for kiddos with missing pets!

crystal_reading's review against another edition

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I initially gave this all the stars, but am rethinking it. I want to reread before I rate.

inaa_'s review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted fast-paced

5.0

ativonmi's review against another edition

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mysterious relaxing fast-paced

4.0

His was such a wonderful plot twist. Man, it's good.

deservingporcupine's review against another edition

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3.0

I acknowledge that this is a good book with great art. However I strongly disliked it. It was just unnecessarily depressing for a children’s book. And also, I think the ending was dishonest.

bet27's review against another edition

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4.0

a bit sad, but also sweet - a fresh story with engaging illustrations

kajh23's review against another edition

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5.0

Touching and beautiful. The art work is superb. Bold lines and a cinematic feel bring the city and the increasing snow to life. Young readers will identify with the aspect of being small in such a large place. The story follows a child alone in the city giving advice to someone unknown. The story unfolds beautifully, highlighting the empathy and compassion the child has for this unknown recipient.

froydis's review against another edition

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4.0

4 1/2 stars -
Kind of a heart-wrenching book! I enjoyed the loose illustrations, and the bit of a mystery in the storyline. This would be a great book for any child who's lost a pet or is looking for a lost pet, to see a story that's reflecting their reality. Parents might find it more touching than the kids, as they can see what's coming, and since the somewhat vague ending can be interpreted a couple of different ways.

msgabbythelibrarian's review against another edition

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3.0

Mixed feelings on this one. I really didn't think it was about a boy and his missing cat who he is giving advice to until I read the LOC record.