The Perfect Friend
Romanova, Yelena
Kulikov, Boris (ILT)
Hardcover
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BOOK SYNOPSIS
Every dog needs a best friend Archie wants someone to play with – a friend who will throw a
ball for him to catch. One morning his family leaves the house
promising a surprise when they return. Archie is hopeful, but,
remembering past surprises, he’s not overly optimistic, which is
a good thing because they only bring home a baby named Max,
who leads everyone to forget all about Archie. Poor Archie
feels left out . . . that is, until little Max becomes the perfect
friend.
Hilarious, colorful, and richly imagined pictures provide a
highly original twist on a classic theme in children’s literature.
AUTHOR BIO
Yelena Romanova and Boris Kulikov were born and raised in Russia and met in St. Petersburg. They are married and live in Brooklyn, New York, with their son, Max. This is their first picture book collaboration. Mr. Kulikov has illustrated a number of other books for children, including Morris the Artist by Lore Segal.
BOOK EXCERPTS
Full-color pictures throughout
BOOK REVIEWS
"Stylish and playful. Romanova's original take on a familiar situation will resonate with children who must adjust to new siblings, and Kulikov's witty illustrations are sure to intrigue children and adults alike." -- Starred, Publishers Weekly "This husband-wife collaboration is cleverly appealing; Kulikov's capricious illustrations accentuate the humor with offbeat details and perspectives. Kids will love Archie." -- Kirkus Reviews "The new-sibling scenario is perked up with sophisticated art, retro details, and a nattily dressed, comically woebegone canine. Archie is a highly satisfactory surrogate for kids who feel displaced by a new family member." -- The Horn Book "Vibrant paintings humorously depict each scene." -- School Library Journal "Kulikov's sometimes surreal paintings extend Romanova's smooth, descriptive text with clever, artful humor. Imaginative." -- Booklist "Deliciously funny." -- The New York Times Book Review
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MORE BOOK INFO
ISBN: 0374358214
ISBN(13-digit): 9780374358211
Dewey Decimal: [E]
Library of Congress: 2004050635
Book Publisher: Farrar Straus & Giroux
Language: ENG
No. of Pages: 32
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