Title: Follow The Griffin!
Product review: ...is just one of the delightful, memorable lines in Joe Ekaitis's "Collinsfort Village."The characters are even better than the other reviews here say in this charming first novel for all ages.Griff, the storytelling griffin, Bear, the Suburban driving bear, Dorian, the mural painting dragon, and Dennis, the young fellow who asks the questions.They are the leading characters, but there isn't a pointless character on any page."Collinsfort Village" could be considered a retelling and update of the classic "The Wind in The Willows."Joe Ekaitis's message about being true to oneself is clearly presented, but not in an obnoxious, heavyhanded manner.I read this delightful book in a little less than two hours, but tried, tried, and tried to slow down and make it last.The cover and internal illustrations by Nick Greenwood add extra delight and narrative punch.I want a sequel!
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