REVIEW OF THE ADVENTURES OF CARDIGAN BY ELAINE BOSVIK CIARNAU

Date: 12 August 2019
By: Daily Madhu


When I first took this book to read, I was a bit skeptical because:
(i) Children Books aren't really my genre.
(ii) I'm an adult and a grown up, for crying out loud. I don't have any children of my own, so I shouldn't be spending my time reading Children Books.
Rest assured, all my doubts went flying right out of the window as soon as I read the first chapter. I absolutely loved 'The Adventures Of Cardigan' by Elaine Bosvik Ciarnau.

 

The blurb is as follows:

Not having other kids to play with, Jaime has to find adventures with his dog Cardigan. Life in the Bush Camps with their many animals is all he knows. He is innocent and carefree. Everything is seen through the fearless eyes of a child and his companion, a Cardigan Welsh Corgi, named Cardigan. What lurks in the bushes of Northern Ontario that could cause chaos to a child and his dog? They lived amongst larger than life characters that make an impression on little Jaime. The surrounding wildlife seems threatening, but are they always dangerous? Domestic animals could also cause havoc and need intervention. Sometimes they can even be wilder than the animals in the bush. 

There is never a dull moment for 6 year-old Jaime with Cardigan around. What dilemma will they encounter next, as they stumble upon the many animals of the bush camps? One thing is for sure: even though Jaime’s intense love of animals leads him to trust them, Cardigan will always know when it’s time to step in and keep his buddy out of harm’s way. Many great adventures await them as they learn more about what lies ahead. 

Join Jaime and Cardigan in their five exciting and unpredictable adventures.



Review: 


This book got me hooked immediately from the first sentence. It was so interesting and all the pictures were so beautiful. This has everything the little kids would love and want in a book.
The main characters of this novel are a dog named Cardigan, and his owner, Jaime. It is split up in five different parts. Each story gives us a glimpse of the amsuing encounters that Cardigan comes across.
I personally feel that you won't know what 'True love' is until you have owned a dog. As a proud owner of the most adorable labrador for more than 7 years now, I could definitely relate with Cardigan and Jaime. The loyalty that a dog has towards its owner is simply unmatchable.
The book will take you back to your childhood. Like Jaime, when I was a kid, I too bugged my parents for months before they finally relented and got me my dog. Up to this date, that is still the best present I have ever received in my life.
The pictures are illustrative and would definitely hold the children's interest. They are bright and have a soothing effect on eyes.
Cardigan proves how lovely the dogs are and shows us what it really means to love someone more than yourself. She comes in Jaime's life to teach him some valuable life lessons and we all can learn something from it.

I'd end my review by saying that not only the children, but even the adults will enjoy this book and hence everyone should give it a try. I promise you won't be disappointed at all.
I hope the author comes with a sequel. I would definitely be interested in reading some more adventures of Cardigan.
I am going to give this book FIVE STARS
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About the Author:

Elaine, the youngest of three siblings, grew up in the Bush Camps of Northern Ontario. During her time in the bush, she was fortunate to learn about prospecting, log rolling, and the animals surrounding her. She was taught archery and how to shoot guns by practicing on tin cans. Her intense love of animals led to many unforgettable memories, such as trips to the garbage dump to watch the bears feed. On her extensive travels with her husband and son, her first stop has always been the zoo. When Elaine became a full-time mom, she decided to write about her days in the Bush Camps and to create, "The Adventures of Cardigan". She makes her home in NW Ontario with her family, two bratty cats, and many incomplete craft projects. Her hobbies include ballroom dancing, fishing and making jewelry. One day, she hopes to hug a sloth and a koala.





Disclaimer: I received a free copy from the author in exchange of an honest review. 
The picture used in the blog belongs to the author.