I loved how the relationship between Tanner and Louise evolved. Such a cute story!

Cute. Fun. Several animals to talk about.

Cute

Great

Cute

Easy read for learing words and being able to follow for kids

It was a cute, lighthearted, easy read. I feel like for me it was not emotional enough. Meaning the plot and “drama” were very minor. It felt like the author attempted to make the conflict more than it was. For example- she worked at the hotel he was staying at. He was her boss at the company he owned. They disputed about each other lying and then immediately forgave and made up. Barely any conflict and hardly a resolution… it was okay.

I kept thinking parts were from books I had read years ago, like Flowers in the Attic and I guessed the fate of the elephant would be very much like Mary the elephant. I didn't find the writing to be memorable and at times, I also found it somewhat sophomoric or geared more toward YA audience. Way too much time spent describing scenes and cruelties which bogs down the momentum of the actual story. I only gave the book 3 stars because I found the writing dull, the length far too long, and the "Julia" chapters a bore, I give props to the author for her obvious research and realistic handle on circus life in the early to mid 20th century, for both animals and people. She creates a look back at a world both fascinating and repellent.

Encourages kids to be the most they can be

Good