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Book 2: Boar's Letter

Winner of a Reader's Favorite Award.  As Boar is adjusting to having a family, Mom decides that Boar needs a couple of things: clothes and a name. Delight in how Boar’s Dad comes to realize ‘what’ Boar’s full name should be.  Based upon a true story.

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Reviews

A stuffed animal comes to life in this charming, imaginative children’s book series ★★★★★ – Explore Authors Magazine

The Boar Family Series is a very heartwarming, imaginative, and tender series that is a great addition to your children’s bookshelf and it earns a recommendation from me. ★★★★ – Elijah B. (Explore Authors Magazine)

Awarded Reader's Favorite-Dec 2024

Review Rating: 5 stars - Congratulations on your 5-star review!
Reviewed by Chad Richins for Reader's Favorite

Boar's Letter by Cindy and Gus Gee is a delightful and heartwarming story that captures the joy of family life through the eyes of an adorable talking stuffed animal. This is the second book in the Boar and Family Books series, and it follows Boar, a once-inanimate toy who has become a beloved member of the family. The adventure starts with Boar trying on new clothes and sharing a sweet moment with her dad as they find matching outfits. The real excitement begins when Boar receives a mysterious letter addressed to "Neighbor," which sparks her parents' playful idea to call her “Neigh T. Boar.” The story is a wonderful mix of everyday experiences and fun creativity, reminding us about the beauty of love, being unique, and finding joy in simple moments. It’s truly a celebration of family, individuality, and the magic of imagination.I found Boar's Letter to be a charming and enjoyable read. The plot is straightforward, perfect for young readers, and the quick pace keeps them engaged. The characters, especially Boar, are so relatable and lovable, and the warm bond between Boar and her parents adds a heartwarming touch. The imaginative storytelling turns ordinary moments, like trying on clothes and opening the mail, into wonderfully meaningful adventures. Cindy and Gus Gee beautifully weave themes of family, acceptance, and creativity throughout the tale. The writing is light and clear, making it easy for kids to follow along and enjoy. The illustrations by Cindy Gee also help the storytelling to come alive. Boar's Letter is a delightful book that young readers and their families will treasure for its positive messages and gentle humor. 

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In Boar’s Letter, we get to see the aftermath of Book One with Boar being fully integrated into her family. We see her trying on outfits and being distressed at the amount of pulling and tugging she has to go through with various clothing while being dressed by her mother until her father finds clothing that is a perfect fit.
 

Boar adores dressing like her father, including her favorite cloud pajamas, which her father has a matching pair that they both sleep in. We also see that she’s very peculiar about her name, wanting it to be spelled correctly.
 

We also see that due to Book One’s events of being Martha’s chew toy for a time, she isn’t particularly fond of when she sees Martha’s teeth when the dog performs a big yawn. But the biggest thing that we learn near the end of the second book is her full name, which is Neigh T. Boar, which is given to her when a letter addressed to “Neighbor” is delivered to their home.
 

The first two books in this series do a good job of laying the groundwork for our main protagonist’s personality. Right off the bat in the first book, we see that Boar is determined to get her forever home and her struggles to be seen as something more than a dog’s chew toy.

Book Details Title:                       Boar's Letter Author:                   Cindy and Gus Gee​ Publisher: ‎               Boar and Family Books ISBN:                       979-8988838029 Hardcover ISBN:    979-8988838036 Genre:                     Children, Family Availability:             Paperback or Hardcover Language: ‎               English Paperback: ‎             50 pages Item Weight:          5.0 ounces Dimensions:             8.5 x 0.14 x 8.5 inches

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