Set after World War II, this sensitively told story of a father and daughter’s early morning expedition is based on the author’s childhood memories.

With Bagram Ibatoulline’s sepia-like illustrations (dedicated in memory of Andrew Wyeth, ‘my favourite American artist’), the developing understanding between a father and daughter who hardly know each other is exquisitely drawn. The setting is very 1940s, but the emotions universal. An unusual, beautiful picture book, recommended for ages 6+.