Puppet

“I think it’s simply wonderful. The language is so clean and beautiful. And I found the relationship between Sylvester and Kenneth/Puppet so pure and fragile it brought me to tears. CONGRATULATIONS to David on writing such a gorgeously hopeful book (despite the sadness in it).”

Sarah Crossan

“Just like a puppet-maker, David Almond can create a story from the world all around. He takes the simplest pieces of life and rebuilds them into something quite magical. Puppet is a masterpiece.”

Katya Balen

“David Almond understands our needs for community. This theme, and his insights into community, is evident in all the wonderful books he has written over the years. In Puppet we too as readers feel the reassurance he has created within the story. As powerful as any he has written, poignant and heart-warming and telling. David Almond has excelled himself yet again.” 

Michael Morpurgo

“Inspired by Pinocchio, David Almond has created another timeless classic… It’s tender, very moving and the delicate black-and-white drawings reflect the joy and sadness at the beginning and end of lives.” ~Daily Mail

Daily Mail

‘A magical rittly rattly tale…’ 

The Times

‘An unusual and curiously innocent book, reminiscent of a fable or fairytale with echoes of many creation stories and myths… it is full of wonder and wisdom about creation, love and living with imperfection.’

Just Imagine

‘Even though fear and tragedy are real, Almond shows readers a world that’s shambolic and beautiful, and tentative and brave.. A meditation on art and family, rich in language and feeling.’

Kirkus Reviews (starred review)