Dana Claire Simpson

I think the best way to review a Phoebe book is to basically give you out of context lines that are the most fun: "That seems impractical and ridiculous." "I tried very hard to select a very concerned looking bush to hide in." "It is like a dagger to my soul, to have to confess my extreme wonderfulness!" "It's interesting finding out your butt is more talented than your hands." "No you cannot! I am expertly concealed." "Festive holiday sarcasm!" (that may be my favorite) Bottom line is, if you enjoy the other Phoebe books, you'll really enjoy this. While technically the age range is meant for middle grade, my almost 10 year old niece has been reading these books now for almost 4 years and they remain the ONLY incentive that will get her to clean her room (so thank goodness they come out twice a year otherwise it would be plushie avalanche that truly ends the world). Without hammering over the head or treating the "teaching" moments as big deals, these books can teach a child empathy, patience, resourcefulness and mutual understanding that unicorns are magnificent beings we should all cherish and compliment (but not too often or they'll float away).… (mere)

Phoebe wants to be special and stop being overlooked when she runs across a Unicorn that is admiring its reflection in water. It offers Phoebe a wish and she asks that it become her best friend. Phoebe brings the unicorn to show and tell, takes her to a birthday party, and rides her to school.

Phoebe and Her Unicorn is a cute graphic novel about a girl who doesn't fit in and how she not only makes friends with a very self important unicorn, but also learns about what it takes to be a friend. Much of the book is a slice of life, detailing many things that the two do together. Also, there is a lot of snarky humor and sarcasm, much of which seems to be directed at adults. While the story does seem to drag in places, overall, Phoebe and Her Unicorn is a very fun and entertaining read.… (mere)