Fortunately, the Milk (original 2013; udgave 2014)

If there is a more ridiculous (but entertainingly logical) story that a father tells his children, then I don't know it. In a way, this book gives a glimpse into the lives of Gaiman's own chilren, who, I am sure, were regaled with similarly ridiculous tales to explain the behavior of their father. Clearly children who grow up in this type of household would react in the same way as the children in the book (with jaded incredulity), and Gaiman wittily 'fesses up to this in his dedication of the book to his son Michael "who would never have believed a word of it." ( )

Book and audio book complement each other well. The book has great illustrations and the audio version is read by the author who does a phenomenal job. Found myself chuckling out loud. Love the silliness and humor. ( )

It is a very light read (it's a children's book after all) but you definitely "enter" the book, the story is very well told albeit intentionally far fetched, the illustrations are brilliant. Perfect for giving to a child who is just starting reading more complex stuff, or to read for a child, or simply to read in a rainy afternoon with a cup of tea! ( )

I love how the dad is completely reframed from hapless parent who needs direct explicit instructions to a venerable hero. I love how the milk is the solid anchoring theme through the story. Thoroughly enjoyed the tale. ( )

This was a cute little book - I had fun reading it. ( )