An absolutely gorgeous picture book from NZ author, Elaine Williams...
...this is a wonderful tale that’s reminiscent of The Tale of Despereaux and The Borrowers.
Unity Books Wellington
A classic cat and mouse chase...
...with all the thrills, spills and excitement you'd expect from a story written to enthral children aged three plus. This picture book is an absolute joy to read and is a fine addition to the bookshelf.
Donna Blaber, The Kiwi Kids' Bookstore
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I absolutely love this story...
...and the way it has been written. Right from the outset, Arturo and the Glitter Glue captivates the reader and delivers on excitement throughout.
Sandra Sames, Copy editor
We have loved reading about Arturo in our house...
My kids especially liked talking about their favourite treasure items that they could spot in Arturo's hoard. Beautiful rhyming and illustrations.
Charlotte
The story embodies playful mischief, suspense, surprise and a crisply satisfying resolution...
The detailed illustrations by Hannah Sames are at once endearing, captivating and whimsical. Our family eagerly awaits a sequel.
Annie
The book is amazing...
We love Arturo. Molly requests it every night and wants to know what happens on his next adventure.
Nancy
I am a big fan of rhyming books...
...but it's very easy to get it wrong...but this book rhymes properly, so hooray!
Louise Ward, Wardini Books
Reviewing on Radio Kidnappers
Listen to the full interview here.
This is Elaine Williams' first children's book and a very good first book it is...
The rhyming text bounces along, gaining pace as the chase heats up. The illustrations by Hannah Sames are full of character and I particularly enjoyed seeing the interior of Arturo's mousehole with all his purloined treasures.
Bookrapt
Arturo is a huge hit in our house...
Always great to find a book I don't mind reading over and over at the boys' request...we look forward to hearing of his next adventure.
Natasha
Awesome, amazing and ultra cool...
The story is cool and I really, really, really, really, really, really like the pictures!
Finn (Age: 7)
Arturo is my new best friend...
I bet he’d be full of amazing stories to share over a cuppa. Bold and daring, this is a mouse who likes to live dangerously.
Donna Blaber, The Kiwi Kids' Bookstore
