A review by wolfiegrrrl
Helen's Birds by Sara Cassidy

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot

5.0

The art style creates a beautiful atmosphere very reminiscent of a childhood memory, which is fitting for this story. I especially loved how the lights of the ambulance were depicted as red circles across the panels. It's a great way of representing the confusion of being woken up by the flashing red lights in the middle of the night. Saanvi finding the playing card and clutching it to her chest as the feelings finally catch up with her was another standout moment. It hit close to home for me, as I'm sure it would for anyone who has lost someone they love and struggled through the grieving process. Seeing her find comfort in the birds and the activities she did together with Helen was a very sweet ending to the book.

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