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3.8 of 5 stars
Dutch author/artist Sylvia van Ommen presents a delightfully—and deceptively—simple tale introducing a pair of friends whose favorite t... read full description

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Nov 11, 2009
Libby rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Definitely too mature for my 14-month old son. I was a bit confused at the beginning, until I realized that the two characters were text messaging each other. (isn't that strange for a picture book?) It could be a good segue for talking about death/life after death with your child.
Jan 04, 2012
Carrie rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Waiting for Godot meets jelly beans, a rabbit and a cat. I liked this book and its "What if . . ." "What might be. . " discussion about heaven and afterlife possibilities. Not enough children's books explore these types of open ended discussions.
Jun 04, 2010
Rachel rated it: 2 of 5 stars
Odd picture book involving two animals texting each other to meet in the park with jellybeans and hot chocolate, then it goes into discussion about life after death and will they meet up again.
Mar 02, 2011
Mckinley rated it: 1 of 5 stars
Don't let the cover fool you, there is no color in the drawings. They are good though.
Story didn't really work for me.
Oct 29, 2011
Muff rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This is a little gem of a book about friendship now and forever. Understated, yet charming pictures convey the gentle emotions. I rarely buy books, but I ordered a copy of this one.
Aug 15, 2011
Paula rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Two friends, a rabbit and a cat, speculate about what heaven will be like as they enjoy a visit to the park.
Jan 27, 2011
Katherine rated it: 1 of 5 stars
Right from the beginning, I was put off by the two animal friends texting each other on cell phones. Then the pop theology started, and I almost stopped reading. But I kept reading because I didn't want to miss the ending just in case it had any redeeming qualities, but it didn't.
Mar 26, 2008
Rachelle rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Title in English: Sweets. Available in English from Winged Chariot Press.

This book is utterly charming. Among the top 5 picture books I've ever read.
Nov 19, 2007
stacy rated it: 2 of 5 stars
bizarre book, definitely not what i expected. it's possible that there should be a disclaimer on it or something.
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May 18, 2008
Maria rated it: 5 of 5 stars
I love this little book by fellow Dutchie.
It discusses heaven in a fresh way. It's touching and deep.
Oct 14, 2011
Dawn marked it as to-read
Oct 13, 2011
Edward rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Sep 03, 2011
Laura Z rated it: 1 of 5 stars
Aug 09, 2011
Christina rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Jul 31, 2011
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Mar 04, 2011
Kayla rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Mar 02, 2011
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Jan 16, 2011
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Dec 16, 2010
Elizabeth rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Nov 30, 2010
Stefanie rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Sep 03, 2010
Hatter rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Jun 23, 2010
Mindy rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Nov 15, 2009
Amanda rated it: 2 of 5 stars
Sep 17, 2009
Teresa rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Aug 17, 2009
Molly rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Aug 15, 2009
Amy marked it as to-read
May 01, 2009
Amy rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Apr 26, 2009
Rebecca rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Apr 17, 2009
Cily4p rated it: 4 of 5 stars