The Grey Lady and the Strawberry Snatcher

Written and illustrated by Molly Bang

A silent chase for strawberries leads to an unexpected discovery in a mysterious forest.

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48 pages· ~540L

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Bookroo's summary

The Grey Lady adores strawberries, but a relentless snatcher is on her trail. Through bustling streets and eerie swamps, he pursues her, inching ever closer. Yet, she escapes with clever maneuvers, leading him into a forest where a surprising twist awaits. Will the snatcher's quest end in triumph or an unexpected delight? This wordless tale unfolds with suspense and humor, inviting readers into a world of visual wonder.

From the publisher

The Grey Lady loves strawberries. But so does the Strawberry Snatcher, and unfortunately for the Grey Lady he is not far away and getting closer all the time. Past flower shops and bakeries he stalks her, silently, steadily, biding his time. He pursues her by foot along haunting red-brick paths, and then by skateboard into the mysterious depths of a swamp both beautiful and terrifying. Closer and closer he gets, and yet the Grey Lady escapes him, in fantastic and marvelously improbable ways, until, in the heart of the forest the Strawberry Snatcher discovers instead – blackberries! In this wordless allegory, author-illustrator Molly Bang has created a visual feast full of surprise and wonder. Her lively tale skillfully blends fantasy, suspense, and humor, and the magnificent illustrations are a treat for young and old alike.