Every now and then a picture book comes along that is perfect in every way, such as Cloth Lullaby. The words illuminate a story with beautiful prose around which the pictures merge seamlessly.

Louise Bourgeois was a renowned artist whose sculptures and artworks were influenced by her family’s creativity and her unbreakable bond with her mother. Nature inspired her, as did her childhood and as she said: ‘My childhood has never lost its magic, it has never lost its mystery …’ The patterns and colours Isabelle Arsenault uses build a sensual, poignant narrative about a memorable and inspirational woman who lived a long and creative life. I urge you to experience the beauty and the lyricism of this extraordinary book. For ages 4 and up.

Alexa Dretzke