The Jasmine Sneeze (Lantana Global Picture Books)

by Nadine Kaadan

Paperback, 2018

Status

Available

Collection

Publication

Lantana Publishing (2018), Edition: Illustrated, 32 pages

Description

Haroun, the cat, likes nothing better than to spend his days sleeping in the sunlit courtyards of Damascus. But one thing always ruins his sleep: jasmine! Haroun can't stand the sweet-scented flowers. Their pollen sends him into fits of sneezes! So one day, Haroun hatches a plan to fix the problem. But little does he know that in doing so he deeply angers the Jasmine Spirit who plans her revenge in her own crafty and hilarious way.

User reviews

LibraryThing member PardaMustang
The Jasmine Sneeze by Nadine Kaadan tells the story of Haroun, a sassy cat living in Damascus, Syria. Haroun loves to take naps around the city. What he doesn't like is the smell of jasmine. It makes him sneeze. Haroun takes it upon himself to eradicate the jasmine from the city. Little does he
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know, but the Jasmine Spirit has a thing or two to say about that! Hilarious hijinks ensue!

My cubs and I enjoyed reading this quirky story. Gorgeous art accompanied the tale. I love the scent of jasmine, but I did so feel for Haroun! It's reasonable to try and get rid of allergens, no matter how sweet they smell. Great addition to any child’s library.

***Many thanks to Netgalley and Myrick Marketing & Media for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
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Original language

English

Physical description

9.7 x 9.5 inches

ISBN

1911373277 / 9781911373278

Barcode

310

Lexile

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