Boney

A poetic volume that raises keen questions about ephemerality, connection, and regard across the natural world. STARRED REVIEW

Publishers Weekly

Cary Fagan’s story provokes a lot of thought on emotions and on the idea of death. … It encourages an open discussion about expressing emotions and respect to wildlife.

CM: Canadian Review of Materials

A Where the Wild Things Are vibe may lead [readers] to think about the proper uses of nature.

Booklist

Fagan’s storytelling is simple but deeply felt. … Tolstikova’s childlike -mixed-media illustrations convey the emotional depth of the seemingly small experience. 

Horn Book

A wonderfully unusual and meaningful tale. … Singularly poetic and profound and funny. … For readers looking for books that explore children’s connections with and respect for wildlife, emotional processing, or more broadly about cycles of life, Boney is a terrific picture book pick.

Fab Book Reviews

A short but sweet story with very vivid and beautiful illustrations which are very thought-provoking. … It teaches us that, sometimes, we have to do things that aren't easy to make the situation right.

CanLit for Little Canadians

A slightly quirky picture book for early readers.

Winnipeg Free Press