Synopses & Reviews
Madame Martine lives in Paris and follows the same routine every day. She takes for granted the beautiful things that exist all around her. She refuses to go to the Eiffel Tower because it's "just for tourists." One day Madame Martine finds a stray dog and decides to take him home. When she tries keeping her dog on the same schedule, he breaks free, leading Madame Martine on a wild chase up the Eiffel Tower! Upon reaching the top, she discovers how much beauty she has been missing all these years. From then on, the two friends try something different every week.
Review
"The exquisitely rendered watercolor illustrations are full of charm and expression, becoming more colorful and saturated as Martine's heart gets fuller. Enchanting." Kirkus Reviews, May 15, 2014
Synopsis
Madame Martine lives in Paris, and does the same things every day. She takes for granted the beauty around her and refuses to change her routine. One day she meets a small dog who shows her that small changes can make a big difference.
Synopsis
Honorable Mention, 2014 New England Book Festival: Children's Books
Madame Martine lives in Paris and follows the same routine every day. She takes for granted the beautiful things that exist all around her. She refuses to go to the Eiffel Tower because it's "just for tourists." One day Madame Martine finds a stray dog and decides to take him home. When she tries keeping her dog on the same schedule, he breaks free, leading Madame Martine on a wild chase up the Eiffel Tower Upon reaching the top, she discovers how much beauty she has been missing all these years. From then on, the two friends try something different every week.
About the Author
Sarah S. Brannen is the author and illustrator of Uncle Bobby's Wedding. She has illustrated over a dozen other picture books, including Feathers: Not Just for Flying, a 2014 Junior Library Guild selection. She lives in Massachusetts. Sarah S. Brannen is the author and illustrator of Uncle Bobby's Wedding. She has illustrated over a dozen other picture books, including Feathers: Not Just for Flying, a 2014 Junior Library Guild selection. She lives in Massachusetts.