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44 Tiny Acrobats
Book Review
You will really enjoy it. I give this book two big thumbs up!
I think other children should read this book because it is funny and a little bit scary, but has a happy ending. I think it is perfect.
The illustrations are beautiful. I liked that they were all in the same colours. They helped me to see what was happening in the story. I especially liked the picture of Betsy dressed in a chicken suit!
I really liked Betsy’s African pigmy mice. They are very obedient and even when they are being very naughty Betsy just has to say “HOME” and they will come with her. They get into lots of mischief, which is funny.
I totally got tricked by the ringmaster when he gave Betsy a job. I thought he was quite kind- but it turned out he wasn’t! I’m not going to tell you why cause I don’t want to spoil the surprise. But you will really enjoy it.
I give this book two big thumbs up!
About the Book
This is a stand alone adventure story for readers aged 5-7 years is about a brave and spirited girl called Betsy and her forty-four tiny mice.
The book is magnificently illustrated throughout in hues of red and pink by artist Ashley King.
When Fry’s Circus of Wonders pitches its tent opposite Betsy’s house, Betsy feels a strange sense of longing. But Grandad can’t even bear to look at it – it stirs up too many painful memories of Grandma’s days as a circus performer.
As her parents rally round Grandad, Betsy slips away to see the show, but Betsy isn’t the only one enjoying the spectacle – her forty-four mice have escaped and seem intent on gatecrashing the magic act! Is Betsy brave enough to face the ring-master ?
Author
Sylvia Bishop
Sylvia Bishop is a British children’s and YA author known for her warm, humorous storytelling rooted in fantasy and everyday life. She lives in Bristol, still performs improvised comedy, and often writes by lamp-light with a cup of tea.
Illustrator
Ashley King
Ashley King is a British children’s book illustrator, known for his warm hand-drawn, painted, doodled style. He graduated with First Class Honours in Illustration and Animation from Coventry University and is represented by Plum Pudding Illustration Agency. His work includes Erica’s Elephant and the 44 Tiny Secrets series
Reviewer Profile
Lyra, 7
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