ending failed by re-endorsing the very stereotype the rest of the book fought to destroy.

Well, it’s been a while since I’ve written a review but I’m back! I just read the new Olivia book: Olivia and the Fairy Princesses, and it’s fantastic! In all honesty, it seems like the type of children’s book that adults may enjoy more. There are some references and vocabulary words (Martha Graham, “malfeasance”) that kids may not get. And my favorite part may be lost on young readers: Olivia is talking about going to a party where everyone else is dressed as a princess, and she “...chose a simple French sailor shirt, matador pants, black flats, a strand of pearls, sunglasses, a red bag, and my gardening hat.” Still, Olivia is as charming and irrepressible as ever, and there are many parts that made me laugh out loud (check out the scene where she’s dressed as a warthog). And the book has a great message: While there is certainly nothing wrong with having an interest in all things princess, this book lets youngsters know that it’s OK if you don’t fall into the princess-loving category. As always, Olivia lets readers know that the most important thing is to be yourself. Until next week...happy reading!

I actually LOL'd to this book. The visual jokes and language are appealing even to adult readers. For a far more professional viewpoint, the vocabulary in this book is phenomenal. How many picture books have you read that include the phrases like "corporate malfeasance?" Perfect for a quick laugh and great read.

One of the best Olivia books, I think, and that's saying a lot!

Olivia is growing more and more irritated over how her age-mates, "including some of the boys," are all about dressing as fairy princesses. In pink. She does her best to come up with alternatives, and darn awesome ones too! Her parents' responses are realistic and highly amusing.

The art is perfect Olivia, especially facial expressions (just for one example, Olivia's brothers when they submit to her nursing ministrations).

The ending--well, no spoilers. Let's just say it's highly appropriate in many ways.

An incredible treat for the picture book set, whether they're Olivia fans or not--even for little fairy princesses of any gender.

The character was great; I felt like it lacked a plot. The colour of the illustrations feels muted--I kinda like it but not sure about kids. It does make the few colours that are used stand out.

Also ,WTF about that line about "corporate malfeasance'? If that is supposed to appeal to adults, well, I don't even know what that means.

Absolutely adorable. Perfect for teaching kids that their individuality is to be treasured!

The ultimate book for little girls who want to stand out, which is to say little girls who don't want to be fairy princesses. Easily as much fun for the grownups.

In a world of Princesses and Princes, be a Queen. My girls giggled forever over that.

Olivia the pig finds herself aggrieved that all the other girls (and some of the boys) want to be princesses/fairy princesses, as it causes being a princess to lose its sparkle and individualism. She goes over past costumes and brainstorms new personas, from warthogs to princesses from varying cultures, to a reporter bent on uncovering "corporate malfeasance." Her parents want her to quit stalling and get ready for bed. Finally, ruminating under the light of the full moon waiting for sleep, Olivia decides she just wants to be a queen instead.
lol k.

I loved this. I have to say, though, this one is obviously for adults--not kids. Still love her spunk and sass!