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Omaha Blues: A Memory Loop, Lelyveld, Joseph

This novel has a rhythm that pulls you in from the start.

This children’s book is illustrated with bright, cartoonish characters.

The book is illustrated with pen-and-ink drawings that feel raw.

The book is illustrated with collage art made from old photographs.

The illustrated cover alone makes it worth picking up.

You will notice that the illustrated headers change with each chapter.

A nice touch is the illustrated dedication page with tiny stars.

What stands out about this activity book is how it mixes learning with fun.

A nice touch is the novel’s use of weather to mirror the mood.

What stands out about this novel is how real the characters feel.