the critics...
“marvelous melding of knowing observations and funny, sunny, on-the-money art ... this book will get many readings.”
“perfect family fare and a welcome departure from storybooks that assume the worst when a new life joins the family.”
BULLETIN OF THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS
“Author and illustrator get the balance of annoyance and adoration just right; big sibs will especially appreciate the book’s perspicacity.”
HORNBOOK
“one of the funniest books of the year!”
BBC RADIO 4,
FRONT ROW
“This is completely delightful, funny and spot on, a perfect picture book and possibly my favourite overall.”
THE BOOKSELLER
“The most psychologically sound, entertaining story to shore up the dented ego of an older child faced with a new baby”
THE OBSERVER
“A funny, insightful, how-to manual”
THE SCOTSMAN
“A perfect antidote to the new-baby blues for siblings.”
KIRKUS
“A tribute to the way love grows.”
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
