Toronto Public Library First and Best Booklist, 2011, Commended, Caramba and Henry.
Gay puts many delightful quirks into a highly recognizable tale of sibling rivalry, and her singular illustrations—a delicate mix of watercolor, pencil, pastels and acrylics—are unique and captivating.
- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Her playful humour and imagination take childhood's very real passions seriously, and at the same time translate them into a realm of charming lightness.
- Toronto Star
...a heartwarming tale of love and bravery...
- School Library Journal
...the story is great, the full page spreads absolutely breathtaking in their scope.
- Pickle Me This
...well-written...a satisfying ending.
- Booklist
Gay is the reigning queen of Canadian picture books for a reason, and Caramba and Henry finds her doing what she does best...
- Quill and Quire
...[a] fresh spin on a story about learning how to be an older sibling.
- Publishers Weekly