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Mystery Bottle
Published by Crocodile Books
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About the Book
Winner of the Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Award, Mystery Bottle is a delightful picture book about a boy in Brooklyn and his grandfather in Iran that shows us that love has no borders.
When a boy in Brooklyn opens a mysterious package from Iran, he finds more than just a bottle—he discovers a portal to his grandfather. Swept away by a magical wind, he is carried across oceans and mountains to his Baba Bazorg’s arms. In this beautifully illustrated picture book, author and artist Kristen Balouch shows how love transcends borders, politics, and distance, based on her family’s circumstances.
With dynamic, cut-paper-style artwork rich in cultural detail, Mystery Bottle is a heartwarming celebration of family, imagination, and the unbreakable connection between generations.
When a boy in Brooklyn opens a mysterious package from Iran, he finds more than just a bottle—he discovers a portal to his grandfather. Swept away by a magical wind, he is carried across oceans and mountains to his Baba Bazorg’s arms. In this beautifully illustrated picture book, author and artist Kristen Balouch shows how love transcends borders, politics, and distance, based on her family’s circumstances.
With dynamic, cut-paper-style artwork rich in cultural detail, Mystery Bottle is a heartwarming celebration of family, imagination, and the unbreakable connection between generations.
Product Details
- Publisher: Crocodile Books (July 26, 2022)
- Length: 32 pages
- ISBN13: 9781623718244
- Ages: 3 - 7
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Raves and Reviews
“Although grandson and grandfather live far from one another, readers will understand that the bond between the generations conquers any distance.”
– Publisher's Weekly
“Delightfully dynamic cut-paper-style illustrations, scattered with cultural details of Brooklyn and Tehran … Sweet, magical and visually fascinating.”
– Kirkus Reviews
“A brown paper parcel arrives in Brooklyn and upon opening it, a young boy finds a small bottle with a rolled-up map tucked inside. He soon discovers the jar is magical as it emits a strong wind that sends him on a trip around the world. VERDICT [This] title will spark imaginations and intrigue youngsters.”
– School Library Journal, Starred Review
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