This sweet book with its delightful illustrations
addresses the attachment many children have for their blanky. It makes them
feel safe when they are afraid, warm and cuddly when they aren’t well, and it’s
a companion when they are alone.
Pinky is Lucy’s blanky, made with love by her
grandmother. It has a specific feel to it, its own smell, and like all
much-loved blankies, isn’t washed very often as Lucy hates being parted from
it.
When blanky goes missing, it’s the ultimate tragedy
for Lucy. She searches everywhere, even in places that blanky can’t be. Her
feeling of loss is heartbreaking as loved ones try to replace her Pinky with
another. But Lucy just wants Pinky back.
Where can blanky be and what will Lucy do without
it?
This is Juliet Williams’ second picture book. Full
page colour illustrations by Luisa Gioffre-Suzuki bring the text to life. She
has captured the emotions Lucy is experiencing with great insight, and the
pages with the search for the blanket are exceptionally well presented.
I loved
the full page illustration of the night with Lucy and her brother sitting
watching the moon and stars. The wistful atmosphere surrounding the children emanates
from the page. The striking cover with a sad Lucy sitting surrounded by lots of
blankets, but none of them hers, speaks volumes!
Title:
Missing Pinky
Author:
Juliet Williams
Illustrator:
Luisa Gioffre-Suzuki
Publisher:
Interactive Publications, $25.00
Publication
Date: May 2017
Format:
Hardcover
ISBN:
9781925231427
For
ages: 3+
Type: Picture Book
