 | Life is beautiful Author: Bingham, Winsome | |
| Price: $14.24 | ||
Summary:
Granny Dee lives in Harlem, and every Saturday she takes three trains, and a bus to spend the day with her granddaughter--but when her health starts to fail, it is her granddaughter who comes to visit her, while life lasts.
| Illustrator: | Mendoza, Molly |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (09/01/24)
Booklist (11/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 11/01/2024 Missy loves her Granny Dee, who lives on the other side of the city, in Harlem. On weekends, Granny Dee takes three trains and a bus to visit. They love spending time together, watching TV, taking bubble baths, painting their nails, drinking with fancy straws, and eating out. As Granny Dee says often, “Everybody should enjoy life. Life is beautiful.” One weekend, much to Missy’s disappointment, Granny Dee fails to come over, as “she getting too old for the trains and buses.” Missy and her mom travel out to Granny Dee’s home, where Granny Dee lies in bed with a nurse by her side. As the weeks go by, Granny Dee stays in bed until her last breath. Missy and her mom carry on Granny Dee’s outlook on life by continuing the weekend traditions Granny Dee and Missy used to share. The vibrant illustrations, heavily featuring pastel tones, create a retro feel. Whimsical shapes such as bubbles and swirls capture urban scenes and intimate moments in eye-catching spreads. A tender story about finding beauty and joy even during times of loss. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
