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Utterly Lovely One

Oh, my Yummy One, my Utterly Lovely One!
Look at you, so gorgeous!
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So opens a glorious praise song from a parent crane to her little cranelet — drawing many other species into the circle of love as she sings. Warm, funny, and full of energy and affection, this is another gem from Mary Murphy, whose springlike palette is well suited to the story's celebratory air.


“Simple text and divine illustrations” - Angels and Urchins

“Infused with warmth and affection, much like the sound of a mother’s voice… A nice choice to share at bedtime or cuddled close.” - Kirkus