Charlie and Sophie’s Great Escape by Farial English:#RWYK Certified Great Read–Book Review
Congratulations to Farial English!
Charlie and Sophie’s Great Escape is our latest certified great read!
Let’s have a look at the book blurb:
For Charlie and Sophie, every walk is an adventure, and they’re impatient to be off! Leaving their boy behind, they run into the woods to explore on their own. It’s great fun until Charlie disturbs a nest full of eggs and comes face to face with a large, angry bird.
Will the big bird attack them?
Will they ever see their boy again?
Join the two puppies on their wild adventure as they try to find their way back home!
More about the author:
Farial lives in a small rural village with her husband and two dogs. Several years ago, they moved from their home in a Chicago suburb to an old farm in upstate New York. Surrounded by woods and fallow fields, their dogs run free, and Farial spends most of her time outdoors, planting and tending flowers, growing vegetables and caring for colonies of honeybees.
An avid reader all her life, Farial read hundreds of books with her three sons as they were growing up. They looked forward to their weekly trips to the local library with anticipation. Over the years, Farial jotted down story ideas and stashed them away thinking that, someday, she would write and publish a book of her own.
The birth of her grandson inspired Farial to dust off those ideas and write her first picture book for young children.
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Here’s our book review
“Charlie and Sophie’s Great Escape” is a charming children’s picture book by Farial English, beautifully illustrated by Patrizia Donaera. The story follows two playful dogs, Charlie and Sophie, on an unexpected journey through the woods. Farial English skilfully captures the curious nature of these pets, drawing readers into a world of sensory exploration and discovery.
The story begins as Charlie and Sophie, eager for their daily walk, take matters into their own paws after their owner Nicky runs back inside. As they venture deeper into the woods, they encounter a variety of thrilling experiences, from chasing a deer to narrowly escaping a flock of protective geese. Each scene is vividly described, allowing young readers to feel as if they are part of the adventure alongside the two lovable dogs.
Farial English has written a charming narrative that emphasizes the sensory world of dogs. The book does a great job of highlighting how dogs use their senses of smell, sight, hearing, taste, and touch to explore their surroundings. Children are invited to imagine how these senses help dogs navigate their environment, making the story both educational and engaging. Through Charlie and Sophie’s journey, young readers are prompted to reflect on their own senses and how they experience the world around them.
The illustrations in the book complement the text beautifully, bringing Charlie and Sophie’s adventure to life with bright, engaging visuals. Children will love the playful depiction of the dogs as they splash through puddles, dart after the deer, and finally make their triumphant return home.
In addition to its exciting storyline, the book subtly conveys important life lessons about curiosity, courage, and the bond between pets and their owners. The warmth of Charlie and Sophie’s relationship with Nicky is evident, and the joy of their reunion at the end of the story will leave readers smiling.
Final Verdict
Overall, “Charlie and Sophie’s Great Escape” is a delightful read for children who love animals and adventure. It encourages readers to embrace their curiosity and explore the world around them, all while enjoying the fun and antics of two endearing dogs. The book would make a great addition to any young reader’s bookshelf, particularly for those with a love for pets and outdoor exploration.
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