#BookReview: A House for a Mouse by Lisette Starr with Gustyawan as Illustrator #ChildrensFiction #Friendship #Kindness
Hi everyone. Today I have a book review for you for a children’s book by an author new to me, Lisette Starr. In the coming weeks, I’ll have a few reviews for children’s fiction, which often struggles to gain feedback. Here’s my review >>>
About the Book:
It’s so cold outside. Oscar the mouse wants somewhere warm to stay for the night!
“One thundery night I was cosy and warm,
under the covers and safe from the storm.
I was lying awake counting sheep in my head
When I heard something moving under my bed.
Suddenly I was trembling with fear.
Could there be a monster about to appear?
Then I heard it again, that scuttling sound.
It was so scary it made my heart pound!”
A delightful story with bright, fun illustrations and a great positive message!
My Review:
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
A fun way for younger children to learn important life lessons
A fun story with rhyming text and beautiful illustrations, (See photos below) which introduces children to the concept and importance of friendship, kindness, and generosity, even to something that’s different … in this case a cute little mouse!
This is rated for ages 3 — 8, and I agree with that. A good book for parents/caregivers to read to younger children, and for older kids to read themselves.
Some lines I loved …
‘But then I realized the sound was quite small. It just didn’t sound like a monster at all. So I summoned my courage and turned on the light. I took a deep breath and prepared for a fright.’
And …
‘But then I realized the sound was quite small. It just didn’t sound like a monster at all. So I summoned my courage and turned on the light. I took a deep breath and prepared for a fright.’
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NOTE ON RATINGS: I consider a 3-star rating a positive review. Picky about which books I give 5 stars to, I reserve this highest rating for the stories I find stunning and which moved me.
5 STARS: IT WAS AMAZING! I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN! — Highly Recommended.
4 STARS: I WOULD PULL AN ALL-NIGHTER — Go read this book.
3 STARS: IT WAS GOOD! — An okay read. Didn’t love it. Didn’t hate it.
2 STARS: I MAY HAVE LIKED A FEW THINGS —Lacking in some areas: writing, characterisation, and/or problematic plot lines.
1 STAR: NOT MY CUP OF TEA —Lots of issues with this book.
For anyone interested, here is the universal Amazon link …
I’d love to hear what you think of this review. Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Sounds a fun and educational read Harmony. <3
It sure is! Thanks, Debby 💕🙂
I love it when a book is both fun and educational for kids. Great review, Harmony! Thinking about you and hope you are getting some rest xx
Thanks so much, Christy! 💕🙂🤗
Sounds absolutely delightful, Harmony
It so is! Thanks, Toni 💕🙂
Great review, Harmony. This would make a great gift.
A fantastic gift! Thanks, Denise 💕🙂
That is delightful. There isn’t enough rhyming poetry around.
Wholly agree! Thanks, Jacqui 💕🙂
Excellent review, Harmony. This looks like a delightful book
A truly delightful read! Thanks, John 💕🙂
HI Harmony, I hope you are as well as possible. A very cute sounding book. Thanks for sharing this review.
So cute! Thanks for your kind well wishes, Robbie. I’ve had a run of difficult days … will write an update post soon. I hope you’re all doing well. Hugs 🤗 💕🙂
Can’t fault this book, Harmony. Children love rhymes and the subtle message is perfect. Your 5 stars are well-earned. Hugs, Sarah,
A wonderful message! Thanks, Sarah. Hugs 🤗💕🙂
Yes, yes. This is gorgeous. Just the right amount of scare to not frighten Moms (me). And the rhyming—yes please. Let there be rhyming. This perks up ears.
I loved this kind of books when the young men were little boys. And they enjoyed it too.
Thanks for sharing. Blessings.
Lols on the scared moms! 😂 I’m with you, there! Yes, a gorgeous read and visual feast. Thanks, Selma. Hugs 🤗💕🙂