Nothing

This is a lovely, warm book with gorgeous illustrations. I can't seem to get through it without crying, every time. I think it's a wonderful story that will help children with low self-esteem, adoptees, or anyone who has ever missed a bit of their early life -- as well as being a generally delightful book for all who read it. Certainly one of the very best children's books I've encountered.

This I must say is the most heartwarming of all children's books that I have ever read. Of all of my daughter's books this one is truly my favorite.

Our family really enjoys Mick Inkpen books and this one is a real treasure. The watercolor illustrations are beautiful and fit this sweet story perfectly. I won't retell the tale here since a summary is given above in the editorial review, but I will say that the story is filled with beautiful hope for any child (or adult) who has ever felt like "nothing". My two little girls always enjoy the surprise ending and the illustrations of the "transformation" (I won't say what it is) are done perfectly.I give this book my highest recommendation.

My daughter and I love to read this book together. I won't tell you what happens because it would spoil the book - suffice to say that every time we read it, it makes us both smile! I hope you enjoy it too.