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Claudine and the Bridge of Two Hearts
She was the darling of human society. Model, fashion designer, actress – was there anything our ladybug could not do?
Now she was starring in a motion picture that would hit the Parisian theaters in less than three weeks.
It was a time for celebration.
Yet Claudine chose to walk alone along the Seine.
In this sequel to Claudine: A Fairy Tale for Exceptional Grownups, we take a look at what happened just before the film opened.
What caused Claudine to question her success?
Can she find a balance between the limelight and the light within her?
Will she really be helped by an otter, a magical forest, and the wisdom of the moon?
By Marian Grudko and T.A. Young
Cover painting by Renee Gauvin
Claudine drawings by Donal Partelow
Now she was starring in a motion picture that would hit the Parisian theaters in less than three weeks.
It was a time for celebration.
Yet Claudine chose to walk alone along the Seine.
In this sequel to Claudine: A Fairy Tale for Exceptional Grownups, we take a look at what happened just before the film opened.
What caused Claudine to question her success?
Can she find a balance between the limelight and the light within her?
Will she really be helped by an otter, a magical forest, and the wisdom of the moon?
By Marian Grudko and T.A. Young
Cover painting by Renee Gauvin
Claudine drawings by Donal Partelow
54 pages, Hardcover
First published November 12, 2024
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March 23, 2025
"Claudine and the Bridge of Two Hearts," crafted by Marian Grudko and T. A. Young, with delightful illustrations by Donal Partelow and a captivating cover painting by Renée Gavin, is a charming sequel to the first Claudine book. While it belongs to the magical realism genre, this story stands independently, making it accessible for new readers.
Claudine, the enchanting ladybug at the heart of the narrative, brings warmth and joy to her whimsical world. The tale is infused with wisdom and offers a brief but delightful escape into a realm that dances between imagination and reality. The beautifully illustrated cover sets the tone for a wonderfully written story, rich with vivid descriptions of nature, the enchanting atmosphere of Paris, and subtle nods to French culture combined with gentle humor. This book truly shines as a treasure worth exploring.
Claudine, the enchanting ladybug at the heart of the narrative, brings warmth and joy to her whimsical world. The tale is infused with wisdom and offers a brief but delightful escape into a realm that dances between imagination and reality. The beautifully illustrated cover sets the tone for a wonderfully written story, rich with vivid descriptions of nature, the enchanting atmosphere of Paris, and subtle nods to French culture combined with gentle humor. This book truly shines as a treasure worth exploring.
April 28, 2025
"Forfeit none of these for that which is the curse attendant to vanity: an existence of lifeless perfection"
Claudine And The Bridge Of Two Hearts is a stunning, relatable, inquisitive, powerful, unique, and lovely read! Perhaps this book would be described as fantasy or magical realism but this story truly defies genre. It is a story anyone can connect with and one many will be intrugued by. While it is short and written like a chapter book, I would recommend this read for teens and adults. This book has phenomenal depth. I love its philosophical questions and wisdom. Uniquely, this book dives into deep confusing questions. It highlights the balance between seeking acceptance from others and learning to embrace oneself. Is who we are defined by our pursuit to have others view us in a particular light or by the light within? The struggle to define who we are is one we all know well. I love that the classy, proper, confident, and accomplished Claudine is shown grappling with these questions. She is a character to both admire and love. This book is sprinkled with romance, self-discovery, and transformation (literally and figuratively). I adore the Paris setting, nature setting, career success, humor, gorgeous cover, and insight.
Claudine And The Bridge Of Two Hearts is a stunning, relatable, inquisitive, powerful, unique, and lovely read! Perhaps this book would be described as fantasy or magical realism but this story truly defies genre. It is a story anyone can connect with and one many will be intrugued by. While it is short and written like a chapter book, I would recommend this read for teens and adults. This book has phenomenal depth. I love its philosophical questions and wisdom. Uniquely, this book dives into deep confusing questions. It highlights the balance between seeking acceptance from others and learning to embrace oneself. Is who we are defined by our pursuit to have others view us in a particular light or by the light within? The struggle to define who we are is one we all know well. I love that the classy, proper, confident, and accomplished Claudine is shown grappling with these questions. She is a character to both admire and love. This book is sprinkled with romance, self-discovery, and transformation (literally and figuratively). I adore the Paris setting, nature setting, career success, humor, gorgeous cover, and insight.
December 16, 2024
MY VERDICT:
A magical Parisian fable, following a ladybug's search for authentic identity. A delightful blend of whimsy with wisdom.
My full review is here:
https://wordsandpeace.com/2024/12/16/...
A magical Parisian fable, following a ladybug's search for authentic identity. A delightful blend of whimsy with wisdom.
My full review is here:
https://wordsandpeace.com/2024/12/16/...
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