A review by angelricecake
The Mice of Bistrot des Sept Frères by Marie Letourneau

5.0

Mouse Chef Marcel runs a bistro with his seven sons and one daughter. The bistro is known for it's famous soupe au fromage. Everyone knows the ingredients, but only Chef Marcel knows the secret ingredient. When it becomes known that a food critic will be coming to try the cheese soup chaos ensues as Chef Marcel has run out of the secret ingredient. An unlikely hero appears.

This is a lovely little story. It's entertaining, educational, and hilarious. The illustrations are beautiful. The book starts with a list of how to pronounce the french words in the text. I love that the french words sprinkled over the book because it will teach children french without them realizing it. Each of Chef Marcel's children have completely different interests yet they managed to work together and make the soup. Children not only learn french but they learn about French cuisine. The book provides a great message, that even if you're small you can have an impact in the world. I think it's hilarious that each son's name begins with Jean because that is so French, and quite realistic.

I think that children will love this book. I can see this becoming a childhood favourite. I definitely recommend it. It would be a great addition to a classroom library and a home library.

I received a copy from the publisher via Net Gallery.