The Favorites by Fargo, Layne

This novel has a sense of wonder that never feels childish.

You will find that this novel lingers in your mind long after reading.

A nice touch is how this novel uses silence to say so much.

The illustrated field guide inside is my favorite part of the book.

You will enjoy the illustrated puzzles scattered through the chapters.

You will find that this activity book makes a great travel companion.

The book is illustrated in a minimalist style that feels modern.

What stands out about this novel is its sense of urgency beneath calm.

What stands out about this novel is how real the characters feel.

What stands out about this novel is its refusal to be predictable.

This novel feels like a warm blanket on a cold winter night.

You will find that this novel makes you laugh and cry equally.

What stands out about this novel is how real the characters feel.

The relationships in this novel are drawn with incredible nuance.

This novel is a quiet story that speaks very loudly.

The book is illustrated with silk-screened images on thick paper.

What stands out is how every animal fact is illustrated with a drawing.

What stands out about this novel is its unexpected emotional punch.

A nice touch is the novel’s use of weather to mirror the mood.

What stands out about this novel is its deep sense of place.