CHILDREN’S book of the week

WHERE SNOW ANGELS GO

by Maggie O’farrell, illustrated by Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini, Walker Books, £14.99 ★★★★ ★

WHERE do snow angels go?

According to this beautifully illustrated book, the impressions left in the ground eventually melt and fade to become our guardians looking on from above.

This is a good job, as Sylvie has a habit of finding herself in some scary situations, brought to life with inventive descriptions.

Kids will love the daring protagonist – Sylvie is a young girl not afraid to break the rules, inquisitive enough to push her protector’s limits and defined by her caring nature.

Women’s Prize-winning O’farrell’s debut children’s story is an imaginative tale and a genuine heart-warmer for winter.