Brave Enough for Two

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 4, 2018

Review

Although the author has previously illustrated a book this is his first as author and illustrator. Voss has given readers a sweet picture book story about quiet Olive and her adventurous friend Hoot. Starting on the first page we see hints of the storyline. As the characters wander away from home the adventures get grander but each time Hoot quiets Olive's nerves. A laundry basket becomes both a hot air balloon and a boat providing lots of imagination and adventure. The illustrations are lovely and the background almost glows due to the added digital colors. The endpapers show that Voss was influenced by Winnie-the Pooh.

Consider this kind and friendly picture book for elementary school media centers and purchase for public library collections. Students will be looking for future adventures of Hoot and Olive.

Overall Book Score: very good