HARRY'S TREES

Josh Bloomberg narrates this charming story with a balance of heart, humor, and hope. His steady tempo and smooth enunciation draw the listener into this magical tale of love, loss, and new life. When Harry runs away to the Endless Mountains of Pennsylvania, hoping to escape the guilt and grief he feels over his wife's death, 10-year-old Oriana's unwavering faith in fairy tales leads him to a purposeful new life. Bloomberg energetically portrays the large cast of eccentric characters. From the raspy voice of Olive, the pipe-smoking librarian, to the voices of realistic Amanda, Oriana's mother; Wolf, Harry's bully of a brother; and Ronnie, the self-appointed guardian angel of Amanda and Oriana, to name but a few, tones of humor and pathos provide a perfect balance. N.E.M. © AudioFile 2018, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2018]