Big Red Lollipop
Written by Rukhsana Khan
Illustrated by Sophie Blackall
Reviewed by Madison C. (age 8)
First, let me tell you about this book. There are two main characters, Rubina and Sana. Rubina is the big sister who gets an invitation to a birthday party. Rubina is only allowed to go to the birthday party if she brings her little sister, Sana. Sana makes Rubina so frustrated! In the end, the sisters become friends.
First, I like this book because it is a mean and a kind story in one. For example, Sana eats Rubina's lollipop and makes her feel annoyed, but at the end Sana makes it up to Rubina and she feels happy.
Second, the characters are realistic. They are real because they are people and the story can really happen in real life.
Last, the pictures are very good and help you to understand what is going on and what the words are saying.
My favorite part of the book was when Rubina is chasing Sana for eating her lollipop. During this part of the book, I feel frustrated for Rubina and hope she catches Sana.
I recommend this book to young children or anyone who is a sister. I think people who like realistic fiction should read this book...
I dare you to read this book and not get frustrated. I bet you will be happy at the end.