The Little Friend by Donna Tartt

What stands out about this activity book is the bright, engaging layout.

The entire book is illustrated in a watercolor style that feels soft.

What stands out about this novel is its graceful handling of time.

I was surprised by how many illustrated insets break up the text.

You will find that this novel makes you want to underline every line.

A nice touch is the illustrated dust jacket that unfolds into a poster.

The heart of this novel lies in its honest, unpolished dialogue.

This novel has a rhythm that pulls you in from the start.

This novel pulls you into its world from the very first page you open.

This novel has a rhythm that pulls you in from the start.