Yang's simple sketches are painted over with bright, bold colors that
are sure to keep young eyes exploring every scene, which bustle with
cars, bicyclists, and other people enjoying activities both familiar and
less typical for Western readers. A sweet tale about friendship that
gives a glimpse of life in another part of the world, this loving
tribute to Beijing is a perfect read-aloud for young travelers.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
With
expressive ink lines and pleasing color combinations, Yang’s gouache
paintings linger on the one-story buildings, tiled roofs, and intimate
courtyards that characterize Beijing’s older neighborhoods. The details
of the journey refer to the sounds, smells, and sights of the city,
though the list of famous tourist spots (“I climb Jingshan,” “I ride
along the west side of Beihai Park”) may make younger listeners wiggly
as they wait to find out what’s happened to Kitty.
—Publishers Weekly