Short and sweet. The eVersion we chose didn't include illustrations so we can't comment on those. That said, a cute, rhyming (very well done), story about two sisters who are very different. Different likes and dislikes, different hobbies, different ways of responding to life . . . different like the stars, no two alike. A book for little sisters and all children about everyone's uniqueness.

I received s free ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

A cute book about sisters. In some ways they are same but are also very different. This book focuses on the ways in which they are different. Great illustrations.

I can not express how much I love the illustrations in this book! Missi Jay has a vibrant style that is exuberant and joyful - you feel those emotions coming off the page.

Livi and Grace are two sisters who are complete opposites - not much of a surprise there. What is surprising is that there doesn't seem to be any worry about their differences. They know they are different. They are confident in who they are AND admire their sister for who she is.
After examining all the ways they are unique and wonderful, the book closes with a message to the reader that our world is made up of people who are different - and that it is our differences that make us unique and wonderful. I especially loved the closing touch of a letter from Livi and one from Grace that reiterates this message, making it very personal for the reader.

I received an eARC from the publisher via Netgalley. This is my honest review.

Being one of 4 girls in my family, I can definitely identify with Livi and Grace. I was so different from my siblings that most people didn't even realize I was their sister. I love the message in this book. It is a cute story about appreciating the differences in people, especially siblings. Each difference makes a person special and unique and should be celebrated and nurtured. In this picture book, Livi and Grace are sisters who couldn't be more different. Livi is neat and tidy and loves tea parties. Grace is wild and playful and loves being active and busy. With all their differences, they are still best of friends and love one another. The illustrations in the book are wonderful, each one large, vivid and bright. Each page has a different text and background with a couple of them being a bit difficult to read. The rhyming story had a good cadence which made reading this one aloud quite easy and enjoyable. My grandchildren enjoyed this story and my grandson was very quick to point out that he and his sister are like Livi and Grace. I totally agree with him. Overall this is a great book with a wonderful message of appreciating what makes others special and unique, but also loving what is special about yourself as well. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon my request. The rating, ideas and opinions shared are my own.

A very sweet story about sisters who are very different but are also best friends. Teaches a great lesson on how you can still be best friends with someone who is different than you.

Lovely colors that make for a bright book any young girl would like. Although this has a universal message the book is geared towards girls. It brought back memories of my own experience with my sister and made me smile.

This book reminded me of my Granddaughter (only child) and her Best Friend. Though they are not sisters like Livi and Grace, Granddaughter is shy and withdrawn and Best Friend is outgoing and loud. Livi and Grace could not be more different. They were sisters but different, in looks, actions and everything else. But the one thing they had in common was they loved each other. I really like the way the girls are illustrated. They are very likeable and cute. I am so happy to see books that encourage differences. I recommend this book for children 5+.

The Story:
Sisters Livi and Grace could not be more different from one another. Grace is carefree and loves splashing in puddles while Livi always wants things done just right. But the one thing they have in common is that they love and respect each other’s uniqueness.

Favourite Spread:
Missi Jay has created some wonderful illustrations that showcase both the sisters differences (from their facial features and dress sense to their likes and dislikes). At the end of the book are two letters to the reader, one from Grace and one from Livi*, each written and illustrated in their own unique way – this perfectly sums up the magic of this book.

The Verdict:
This book surprised me with its fun rhymes and beautiful message. I loved it.

*In her author profile, it states “Jennifer Lynch lives with the real Livi and Grace in Austin, Texas.” So I’m guessing the letters at the end were written by her children – what a fabulous touch and fitting end to this wonderful book.

Livi & Grace is a wonderful children's book about celebrating differences and the gifts that make us each unique. An excellent story to read to young children who are struggling to be proud of their own gifts and who they are.

This is, by far, the best children's book I have read and reviewed in awhile! The artwork is stunning throughout and the story is beautiful!

Livi & Grace are sisters but have very different personalities. Livi is proper and elegant while Grace is wild and crazy. They realize they are very different from each other but still love each other dearly and share a special bond together. While some assume they must be similar since they are sisters, they know that they can each be special and unique while still being close sisters. The prose through the story is so beautiful worded and the book really teaches kindness and love. While it may not be a sibling that is different from us that we acknowledge for their true self and love, we can give this kind of love and kindness to every one!

Livi and Grace are sisters who have contrasting personalities. Whilst Livi characterized as a girl with a calm and composed demeanor, Grace is portrayed as a zestful girl who loves making merry. The Illustrations couldn't have been better and the character sketches totally reflect their inner self. It's colorful, vivid, cute, and most certainly, eye-popping. The message that is conveyed is very straightforward and doesn't really require an adult to educate the child on the theme any further. Kids would have no problem in grasping the values and messages. By juxtaposing the two characters, the author articulates the importance and beauty of embracing our own self no matter how much we differ from the people around us.

A short, sweet story of sisters who act and feel things opposite of the other yet expect nothing different as that’s just the way they are. Simple. Great graphics too.
I received an arc from NetGalley in exchange for my honest and volunteer review.

Thank you to NetGalley for the Advanced Reader's Copy of this book. I received this in exchange for my honest review.

I loved this book. I have two girls that are exact opposites. This is a great story about accepting other people's differences and celebrating everyone's own uniqueness. Definitly recommend this book to any and all parents. This is a great one for entering Kindergarten before children meet all sorts of different and unique individuals.

This is a cute story about two sisters who are very different from one another. It is only 13 pages long so easy to read to the little ones. It reinforces that we all don't have to be the same to love each other and enjoy one another's company.

This should be in your child's library!

What a lovely story of hope, joy, and acceptance. It features Lynch's daughters, Olivia and Grace. The two girls are sisters and best friends, but they are completely different from each other. This is a book of acceptance of differences and of love that recognizes that the other person is just as valuable despite being different from you. You can be you, your own unique self, and there will always be someone who will treasure you, who will celebrate who you are.

Livi and Grace feel mystified that people feel that they should be the same because they are sisters. The reality is that they consider themselves and each other to be special in their own way--they are who they are, and they feel free to be who they are because they are confident that they are loved for who they are. What makes these girls so happy with themselves and each other? It's a secret: "Our differences are beautiful--they're blessings through and through. There's no one way that's best to be, so be the you that's you!"

I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own - and well - my four year old daughters.

Livi and Grace, written by Jennifer Lynch, is a fun and colourful story. It tells the story of sisters, Livi and Grace and shows not only how different they are, but how special and unique they are. It teaches kids that no matter how different you are, liking different things, you can still be best friends.

I would highly recommend this book.

Loved this! Great message of 2 sisters who are different but equally special in their uniqueness. The quick rhyming style is great to hold children's interest and the vivid colors and imagery are fantastic!

I could not fully enjoy this book as I struggled to get it to download completely onto either of my devices. However, I am still giving it 5 stars and do intend to purchase a copy to share with my students just based on the adorable illustrations that I could interpret (though I couldn't read the words) and the wonderful notes from Livi and Grace at the end.

The idea of everyone being an individual and accepting others as well as yourself is an extremely important lesson to teach. I think that by showing these two characters who "should be" alike, but who are quite unique demonstrates this idea clearly. And the fact that despite, or maybe because of, these differences, they are the best of friends.

I am really looking forward to having the entire book in my hands to enjoy. I expect that I will be sharing this story for years to come.

Livi and Grace are two sisters who are completely different, with one very poised, while the other is Miss Confidence with an attitude.. They accept each other for who they are, and like the qualities that each sister brings to their lives. Lovely illustrations, with loosely rhyming verse. The vocabulary seemed a bit more advanced than the illustrations might indicate.

Very useful title for classroom, would work well as a read-aloud, and should generate a great discussion in any setting.

Such a sweet book about two sisters who couldn't be more different. This story helps children appreciate and even admire differences in others while keeping the concept simply and fun. This could be read to children in classrooms as well to help them understand that they can have friends who are not carbon copies of themselves.