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dayswithme's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
lespizzasjoey's review
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
ericadeb's review
4.0
Just got this book in at work and had to read it. Now I'm crying at my desk! Such a sweet story of a little girl missing her mommy when she's on a work trip.
hazzel's review
5.0
Si querían que llorara lo lograron, cosas así hacen que quiera tener hij@s y no me gusta eso.
Es un cuento muy lindo, amo las ilustraciones y amo la historia, bien lindo todo.
Si me disculpan me iré a llorar por otros minutos
Es un cuento muy lindo, amo las ilustraciones y amo la historia, bien lindo todo.
Si me disculpan me iré a llorar por otros minutos
maxcfb's review
5.0
There’s so much to love in this beautiful, sweet story! ...
This story of a young girl navigating life with her Mama while her Mommy is on a business trip is so relatable—as someone whose father sometimes goes on arduously long business trips, I know exactly the feeling of blechiness that our main character deals with!
Nina LaCour’s writing perfectly captures the perspective of a child and doesn’t lose its luster amidst the illustrations, and the story’s plot is packed to the gills with sweetness—movies with Mama, supportive teachers, chores turned into fun for our protagonist, and beautiful little inside jokes for the family! I also appreciated the chance for our protagonist to feel her feelings when Mommy returns, since being without her for so long isn’t quite instantaneous to repair.
Also, the diversity in the story is simply wonderful—a biracial couple with two moms raises this delightful child! And yet, the diversity fades into the background to allow the story to take center stage.
And Kaylani Juanita’s beautiful illustrations seal the deal—the vibrant colors and satisfyingly intricate details...bring to life the story of this wonderful, loving family that distance cannot keep apart!
What’s my verdict? A beautiful story of love between a child and her parents, even long-distance—don’t miss this one!
– Click here to see the full review on my blog!
This story of a young girl navigating life with her Mama while her Mommy is on a business trip is so relatable—as someone whose father sometimes goes on arduously long business trips, I know exactly the feeling of blechiness that our main character deals with!
Nina LaCour’s writing perfectly captures the perspective of a child and doesn’t lose its luster amidst the illustrations, and the story’s plot is packed to the gills with sweetness—movies with Mama, supportive teachers, chores turned into fun for our protagonist, and beautiful little inside jokes for the family! I also appreciated the chance for our protagonist to feel her feelings when Mommy returns, since being without her for so long isn’t quite instantaneous to repair.
Also, the diversity in the story is simply wonderful—a biracial couple with two moms raises this delightful child! And yet, the diversity fades into the background to allow the story to take center stage.
And Kaylani Juanita’s beautiful illustrations seal the deal—the vibrant colors and satisfyingly intricate details...bring to life the story of this wonderful, loving family that distance cannot keep apart!
What’s my verdict? A beautiful story of love between a child and her parents, even long-distance—don’t miss this one!
– Click here to see the full review on my blog!
missprint_'s review
5.0
Super cute! I love the artwork--so vibrant and filled up everywhere. Mama has heart earrings in every scene and mommy has sunflowers and the little girl has one of each on her front braids. Lots of nice touches with the cahracters color pallettes too. Well done story about missing a parent on a work trip.
martereadsbooks's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
bardicbramley's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75