Shadow
From the Series Lantana Global Picture Books
A modern fairy tale about overcoming our fears and reconnecting with those we love most.
In our old house, Ma told me there was nothing to be scared of. No monsters hiding behind doors, or in wardrobes, or under beds. She said there were no dark places at all. But in the new house, under my new bed, that’s where I found Shadow.
“Beautiful. A really powerful exploration of a child’s experience of a parent’s depression. Big and brave” —Nicola Davies, award-winning author
“This soft-spoken story can be anything from a simple, lovely, modern fairy tale to a stunning allegory about overcoming fear & how a parent’s depression can affect a child”—ALA Booklist
“Helpful to any family going through a challenging situation yet hoping for a brighter future”—Youth Services Book Reviews, 5 STARS
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Reviews
The Horn Book Magazine
“Children will interpret the story differently depending on their own life experiences, but the trajectory of moving from a sad and lonely state to one of connection is universal.”—The Horn Book Magazine
School Library Journal
“This title gently relates the experience of one child coping with difficult times, and possible points out the pitfalls and solutions for others going through similar situations.”—School Library Journal
Booklist
“This soft-spoken story can be anything from a simple, lovely, modern fairy tale to a stunning allegory about overcoming fear and how a parent’s depression can affect a child.”—Booklist Online
Publishers Weekly
“A well-executed work about the transformative nature of togetherness.”—Publishers Weekly
Kirkus Reviews
“Sensitively shines a metaphorical light onto scary but nonetheless real emotions.”—Kirkus Reviews