First of all, I am a retired preschool teacher and mother of seven, grandmother to two, and I LOVE children's books. I have a huge collection and have read probably thousands of them. There are so many out there that are just okay, but this one is special.

This is a story of two very different sisters! Beatrice is curious and kind and full of adventure, while her sister, Magnolia, is grumpy, selfish and bossy. And then there is Bog Myrtle, the pro/antagonist of the story who is not at all what she seems.

I loved the language in the story - words like "miscalculation," "disregarding," "cooperative," and "resourceful." The author used a vivid vocabulary that you might not typically find in children's books, but these words gave even more characterization to Beatrice and to the story. There are messages of unselfishness, kindness, and taking care of the earth. The illustrations are so detailed and interesting - I loved the little spiders and webs on almost every page.

Wonderful book!

I've read a lot of children's books that subtly hint at sustainability, corporate greed and/or the eventual downfall of late stage capitalism...

...BUT THIS BOOK!

It hits you over the head with it in the most delightful way possible.

I am officially obsessed. I will go to such great lengths to procure this book for my child and every "unoppressive, non-imperialist" child, fly and spider I come into contact with. (A few adults I know might need a copy, too.)

This beautiful little book is witty and uproariously funny. It makes all of these complicated, real world problems easy to understand. For while the Magnolia's of the world continue to point at Bog Myrtle as the problem, we can clearly see who is really up to no good.

I can't wait to read this book with my kiddo!

Bog Myrtle was a great tale about treating workers right!! I loved the illustrations, they were unique and really interesting. I loved the storyline and being kind to the forest as well. A lovely tale!

SO funny and so real, I loved how this story wrapped up sustainability, anti capitalism, and unionizing into a quirky, silly folklore. I think the art and humor will catch the attention but the messages within are what will root this story into your heart.

Recommended for any age of young readers! Thanks to Netgalley for my advance copy!

There's nothing I love more than spiders and bog witches- except anti-capitalist, pro-union, sustainable messages for kids!!
This book is a stunner. Starting with the charming sister story and beautiful appreciation of nature and ending with humor and an important message.
The only thing I don't like is having to wait until October for this book!!