Piglette

Written by Katelyn Aronson · Illustrated by Eva Byrne

A piglet seeks perfection in Paris but discovers the true scent of home.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Piglette, a particular piglet with a passion for flowers, leaves her muddy siblings behind to pursue her dream in Paris's perfume shops. As she indulges in pastries and perfumes, Piglette learns that the sweetest scents are those of home. Can she blend her Parisian dreams with the comforts of her pasture? Join Piglette on her aromatic adventure as she discovers where her heart truly belongs.

From the publisher

Will a pristine piglet find perfection in Paris?

Piglette can be a bit particular by her siblings’ standards. She always wants everything to be perfect. While her many brothers and sisters like rolling in the mud, Piglette prefers pampering in a mud bath. While her siblings eat slop, Piglette prefers pastries. But what she’s most passionate about is flowers. She loves to smell the lilies and lilacs in the pasture. So Piglette decides her precise nose is destined for the perfume shops of Paris!

But Piglette soon realizes that there’s nothing more precious than the pleasant scents of home, and she finds a way to bring a little Parisian perfection back where she belongs. Debut author Kateyln Aronson and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Eva Byrne have created an unforgettable, playful piglet who stays true to herself and the message that home is where the heart is.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 40
Reading age: 3–7
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD505L

Themes & topics

Books about Paris Books about perfume Books about pigs Books about being different Books about family

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Piglette by Katelyn Aronson, illustrated by Eva Byrne

What readers & critics say

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5.8

“Full disclosure: I'm a huge Francophile, so this book scores a lot of points with me just for featuring Paris. But even beyond the connection to a place I love, it's a darling book with a fun little character. As a bonus, the overall message is sweet too.”

Lauren Hancock

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“Accompanied by pleasant, warm cartoons depicting family, friendship, and a little adventure, Piglette’s story is a joyful one that makes for an amusing read-aloud. A sweet, lighthearted tale of a piglet discovering where she belongs.”

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“Hand this crowd-pleaser to fans of Ian Falconer’s Olivia and Jane O’Connor’s Fancy Nancy.”

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