This is a well written and entertaining book about friendship, taking chances, meeting new people, and going outside of our comfort zones. The book has a positive message and manages to show a refreshing diversity in the characters without being strident. I liked it that Daniel shows emotion and isn't shamed for that.
Megabat is adorable, as are the other anthropomorphic characters, Birdgirl, Priscilla (though she only gets a cameo in this book), Babybat, and Batzilla. The human characters are generally helpful and cooperative. The illustrations are full of whimsy and gentle humor.
This would make a great gift, bedtime family read, library or classroom circle read, or similar. There is good scope for discussion here about bravery, honesty, facing fears, going outside our comfort zones (even with things such as food and meeting new people), etc.
Just a really lovely book for youngsters. Four stars.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
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