Victoria Turnbull

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Kings of the Castle is a cute children's story about friendship. George heads out at night with his dog Boris to build a sand castle and meets a strange creature he has issues communicating with. Will George find a friend in this new found creature?

The story is simple and the illustrations had a Shaun Tan feel, which we loved. I think the story needs a little more substance, but we still enjoyed it.

3.5 stars… (meer)

Literary Merit: Good
Characterization: Good
Recommended: Recommended
Level: Elementary

George wants to have a great adventure. He doesn't want to moon bathe all night. He wants to build a sand castle that will turn every monster green with envy. Little does he know that he will meet the strangest creature he has ever seen and his night does not go as planned. This is a great story about working together. They might be different creatures but they have the same idea to build the best sand castle ever. Fans of the book The Sea Tiger by Victoria Turnbull will like this cute picture book.… (meer)