Review by Booklist Review
Pippin the cat is a certified classic witch's cat, happily tagging along with his witch owner as she throws a wonderful Halloween party for the town. But Pippin is melancholy: Is a witch's cat all he can be? What if he wants to try new things? And so he embarks on a journey to know his true purpose. Pippin begins as a pirate's cat, but seasickness gets the best of him. Next, he considers being a knight's cat, but dragons sure are scary. Bouncing around from role to role, nothing seems to be a good fit for Pippin, who is having a Goldilocks experience with no resolution. Finally, he comes across a broom and realizes where he's meant to be: right where he started! A nap in a pumpkin luckily lands him right back at home, bringing his lonely witch joy. Several full-page spreads elevate the details created in acrylic ink, and simple yet emotive faces capture the range of feelings in Pippin, his witch, and all they encounter. A cute, rhyming Halloween-themed journey of internal and external exploration.
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Review by Kirkus Book Review
Pippin, a witch's curious black cat, embarks on a journey to explore new paths, only to realize that his true place has always been at home. Though Pippin loves his owner, he wonders if there's more to life, so he sets off on a quest to explore other feline possibilities. Perhaps he's more suited to being a pirate's cat? Unfortunately, he gets seasick. Next, he takes a turn as a knight's cat, but the thought of helping his master vanquish a dragon is terrifying. How about being a pet cat? The little girl who temporarily adopts him dresses him up; Pippin isnot pleased. He tries everything, from a turn as a tightrope walker's cat to a cowboy's companion, but nothing feels right. He sadly misses his beloved witch and soon realizes exactly where he belongs. Pippin's story is told in energetic, catchy rhymes, surrounded by vibrant, full-page acrylic ink illustrations with childlike but expressive details. Pippin's journey starts and ends on Halloween, but this enchanting read-aloud book will be a year-round favorite, especially in cat-loving households. Pippin's witch is youthful, with light skin and blue hair. Supporting characters vary in skin tone. A heartfelt adventure, sure to become a storytime favorite.(Picture book. 3-5) Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
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