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Book review: The Boy and the Moonimal, by Debi Gliori
The Boy and the Moonimal, Debi Gliori, Jonathan Ball Publishers, ISBN: 9781408892909
THE Boy and the Moonimal is the first children’s book I have ever reviewed, and what a wonderfully adorable story to get me started.
While short, this poignant and heartwarming little tale of hope, friendship and love managed to evoke so many emotions.
Moonimal (which could be either an imaginary friend or toy) and a young boy are inseparable, until one day.
An accident separates the duo, and Moonimal goes on an adventure, trying to find his best friend.
Despite some help from a few forest creatures, years zoom past as Moonimal continues his search. He fears he may never find his treasured friend.
I am not ashamed to say that even as an adult, the sweet ending choked me up.
The endearing message is complemented by beautiful illustrations. It is a delightful story that is a must for any little one’s bookshelf.
I truly hope Debi Gliori takes Moonimal on additional adventures, which I can share with my niece. – Mariclair Smit, 5/5 stars.
