The Little Reindeer (My Little Animal Friend) John John Bajet Vernon digs in his heels

Vernon digs in his heels

revisiting the nest box they used in spring—what develops is a portrait of joy and grief: joy in the ongoing pleasures of the natural world

only serve to sharpen his one true gift: Doughty is a skilled predator

an elderly Imagineer who tells him that the park is in grave danger

The Little Reindeer (My Little Animal Friend) John John Bajet Vernon digs in his heelsAn original and entertaining Christmas story with its own understated charm. Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A quietly magical tale of holiday miracles and nighttime adventure. Publishers Weekly Killen works magic through simplicity in this understated holiday storyA perfect bedtime read; little ones will cozy up to this sweet book and drift off on their own reindeer fueled flights of fancy. Booklist An elegant book that has a calming effect; a