The Lonely Book
by Kate Bernheimer
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Critic Rating
85%
Critic Reviews: 14
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88%
Reader Ratings: 8
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Synopsis
When a wonderful new book arrives at the library, at first it is loved by all, checked out constantly, and rarely spends a night on the library shelf. But over time it grows old and worn, and the children lose interest in its story. The book is sent to the library's basement where the other faded books live. How it eventually finds an honored place on a little girl's bookshelf-and in her heart-makes for an unforgettable story sure to enchant anyone who has... more
About Kate Bernheimer
Published: April 24, 2012 by Random House
Genre: Education & Reference, Sports & Outdoors, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Children's Books. Fiction. 40 pages
- All Critics: 14
- Positive: 14
- Negative: 0
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Kirkus Reviews | 1 Jan 2012
A lovely story in its own right, this picture book may make readers clamor for the story within the story about the little fairy living under her toadstool.
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Journey of a Bookseller | 11 Jul 2012
This one is going in my personal library. I may never find the book I lost but this book will remind me of it each time I look at it.
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Booklist Online | 14 Apr 2012
Sigh of satisfaction! OK – I admit it – I teared up at the end and no true book lover could do otherwise!
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Publishers Weekly | 13 Feb 2012
It’s a book about books, but more particularly a book about library culture; readers who make faithful weekly trips to their own libraries will be especially charmed.
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Kiss the Book | 11 Jun 2012
The illustrations are wonderful. The story is tender and had the perfect ending!
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Musings | 9 Apr 2012
I will admit that I teared up while reading this book.
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Gulliver's | 5 Jun 2012
In this time of electronic media what a wonderful reminder of how special and important a printed book can be. I recommend this story to young & old alike.
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A Patchwork of Books | 14 Jul 2012
Rarely does a picture book actually bring me to tears, but this one succeeded. I love, love, love it...
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Cinjoella | 9 Jul 2012
The illustrations are also lovely and the bits of light that comes from the book (the show-and-tell picture where there is this glow the book throws on all the kids' faces) is just enchanting.
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BookPage
This is a sweet story with beautiful, dream-like illustrations by Chris Sheban.
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Cracking the Cover | 8 Jun 2012
It’s beautifully illustrated with the soft feel to it that feels as homey and comfortable as a treasured book.
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Random Acts of Reading | 9 Apr 2012
This story will appeal equally to 4-6 year olds and their parents.
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Project MUSE | 1 Mar 2012
This emotionally affecting story will resonate with young (and old) readers who have already experienced book love firsthand, and it may prompt reluctant readers to keep searching for that special book that will hook them as well.
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Muse Reviews | 24 Apr 2012
This book captures perfectly the feeling of wonderment and amazement that a child can feel by just looking at the cover of a timeless book.
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