Blossom: A Fairy Story

by Ida Rentoul Outhwaite

Blossom, a little girl who lives in a London slum, discovers the fairies in Kensington Garden, who watch over her after her mother's death.

Genres: Childrens

102 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1928

About the author

Ida Rentoul Outhwaite, also known as Ida Sherbourne Rentoul and Ida Sherbourne Outhwaite (9 June 1888 – 25 June 1960), was an Australian illustrator of children's books. Her work mostly depicted fairies.

His husband Grenbry Outhwaite

Reviews

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

I came across this author/illustrator when I read the women illustrator book last month. I fell in love with her and when I found this book on Thriftbooks, I snatched it up and I am so glad I did.

What is it about classic children fairy books?

They just hit differently. They dig out that little bit of you buried under bills and work and responsibilities, the bit that believed in fairies, that talked to imaginary friends. The bit that still had wonder. They dig it all out and you get to believe again, for just a little while.

I do wish that she had illustrated more of the book. I would have loved to see Blossom's cottage, and the witches. But over-all, this was a delightful and precious read.

I will be on the lookout for more of her fairy books!

[Sylvester (Taking a break in 2023) · Rating 2 out of 5]

I read this book for the beautiful illustrations.