Right off the bat, let me say: this book is not meant for readers JJ’s age. As he grows more capable, he continues to look out over the sea, missing his friend and wondering – will Abba Jacob ever return to him? Now Snook must survive on his own, finding food, water, and shelter in an unfamiliar place filled with wonders and dangers alike. When a storm unexpectedly descends and forces the party to leave, poor Snook is left behind in the rush. One day, Abba Jacob travels to help some naturalists catalog species on a small outer island, taking Snook with him. His days are filled with quiet, repetitive tasks, which he undertakes in quiet contentment, Snook a constant companion by his side. Abba Jacob is a monk, a caretaker for a small hermitage on an unnamed island. Snook is a happy, hardworking rat terrier who lives with his master and best friend, Abba Jacob. Hello, friends! Our book today is Snook Alone, written by Marilyn Nelson and illustrated by Timothy Basil Ering, a tale of a clever pup’s survival when he is marooned on an island. Visit us for new picture books reviews daily! This review was originally written for The Baby Bookworm.
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