 | Winding Willow Author: Hillenbrand, Will | |
| Price: $23.28 | ||
Summary:
Hubert Cumberbun is on his way home when wind obscures his path. Shadows flicker. And Hubert finds a mysterious tree, filled with enticing lost and found treasures. There’s his brother’s runaway shoe! His father’s umbrella! The key to their house! Now, Hubert will have to brave the surreal snowy landscape and the hungry owl who lives there to bring his found trinkets home. Companion to Voice In The Hollow.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (06/15/25)
School Library Journal (08/01/25)
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (00/09/25)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 08/01/2025 PreS-Gr 1—Return to a snow-filled, ethereal forest with a curious little mouse; reunite with Humbert Cumberbun in this follow-up to Hillenbrand's The Voice in the Hollow as he journeys home through the woods on a blustery winter day and has a run-in with a sinister owl. Thoughtful use of text, complemented by rich spreads and compelling sequential paneling, will entrance readers while they spot the woodland spirits guiding Hubert to safety. As the story unfolds, a frosty palette of whites and blues begins to blanket the charming illustrations, sacrificing contrast, making this adventure best suited for solo or lap reading. With a conclusion that is as enchanting as it is enigmatic, this story gives readers a chance to revisit Hubert's journey until spring's thaw. VERDICT A delightful addition to picture book collections, perfect for snuggling up and sparking imagination.—Bill Ives - Copyright 2025 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
