  | Night market Author: Wedlick, Seina | |
| Price: $23.78 | ||
Summary:
Journey with a young girl as she explores the mesmerizing wonders of a Nigerian night market, where each stall is an adventure waiting to be discovered!
| Illustrator: | Uchendu, Briana Mukodiri |
Reviews:
Booklist (09/15/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 09/15/2024 Accompanied by her parents, a young girl narrates her mesmerizing journey through the vibrant world of a Nigerian night market, sharing the wonders and delights she encounters along the way. With a pouch of gold coins in hand, she immerses herself in the sights, sounds, and tastes of the market. Just a few of the things she encounters include freshly baked mooncakes, a glowing jellyfish, night-blooming primroses, fragrant perfumes, a parade of peacocks, and a storyteller performing to a crowd. The illustrations are captivating and rendered in deep, rich jewel tones that evoke a sense of magical awe. Each scene is drawn with attention to detail, displaying a background full of people and wares to inspect. The interplay of light and shadow captures the essence of nighttime, while the vibrant gold hues bring the market to life, highlighting the excitement and joy felt by the young protagonist as she moves from stall to stall. This short picture book can serve as a glimpse into eclectic night markets and the wonders that can come with them. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
