A review by jcstokes95
Bambert's Book of Missing Stories by Reinhardt Jung

emotional reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.5

Perfect for sad German children and probably you also. If I had to sum this up in one word it would be melancholy, but like, the kind of melancholy Kate Dicamillo talks about in Because of Winn-Dixie being sweet, sour and sad all together. Bambert's fables teach the kinds of lessons all kids should learn. And the understated, caring relationship between Bambert and Mr. Bloom was incredible; it just felt like this book is written with so much love in it. I could see this as an incredible bedtime book; it's so warm and comfy but also heartbreaking and thought-provoking. For older folks reading, Bambert and Bloom are also teaching us how to think about being chronically ill, the power of sharing art and creating. I don't think anything here is necessarily groundbreaking or exquisitely crafted but it's charm level is off the charts.