The Last Rabbit

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The Last Rabbit by Shelley Moore Thomas is a charming tale that follows a young rabbit named Albie, who is the last rabbit left on an enchanted island. As Albie comes to terms with this, she embarks on a touching journey filled with self-discovery, adventure, and the importance of family. This beautifully illustrated children's book offers a blend of whimsy and depth, exploring themes of courage and belonging.
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You might enjoy this charming children’s book if you are looking for a heartwarming tale filled with adventure, magic, and self-discovery. It gently explores themes of family, courage, and belonging as its characters navigate challenges and uncover the true magic within themselves. Ideal for young readers who enjoy fantasy and stories with depth and imagination.

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The Last Rabbit

Albie, an enchanted rabbit who lived on the island of Hybrasil, visits each of her sisters, now living as humans, to decide where she wants to go before the island sinks.

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On the magical island of Hybrasil there lives a Magician and four enchanted rabbit sisters. One by one, the rabbits have been leaving the island, accompanied by a Boy and his boat. He takes them wherever they choose. When the rabbits leave the island, they can turn back into girls. The last rabbit, Albie, remains. She does not want to leave, but the island is sinking. Before deciding where she wants to go, Albie visits each of her sisters. Caragh has joined a circus. Isolde is the captain of a pirate ship. And Rory wants to go home to the family's house in Cork. Through many furry twists and hoppity turns, we learn how one mistake can lead to many consequences, and that forgiveness and family are always within reach. A modern fairytale about sisterhood, forgiveness, and redemption in the vein of The Girl Who Drank the Moon and The One and Only Ivan. Off the coast of Ireland, on the island of Hybrasil, lives a Magician and four enchanted rabbit sisters. One by one, the rabbits have been leaving the island, accompanied by a Boy and his boat. When the rabbits leave, they can turn back into girls. The last rabbit, Albie, remains. She doesn't want to leave, but the island is sinking. Before deciding where she wants to go, Albie visits each of her sisters. Caragh has joined a circus. Isolde is the captain of a pirate ship. And Rory wants to go home to the family's house in Cork. Through many furry twists and hoppity turns, we learn how one mistake can lead to many consequences, and that forgiveness and family are always within reach.

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Shelley Moore Thomas's The Last Rabbit is praised for its immersive adventure and strong narrative voice, incorporating elements of Celtic folklore and classic children's literature. It is described as a spellbinding fairy tale exploring themes of family, loss, and redemption, making it a compelling choice for skilled fantasy readers. The story is rich with cryptic connections and explores the broader themes of destiny and love.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593173565

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 February 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Inc

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Shelley Moore Thomas grew up in New Mexico, the middle of three children. A fan of fairy tales and UFOs, Shelley began channeling her abundant imagination towards writing back in elementary school. Now an elementary school teacher herself, Shelley spends her days helping the best people on the planet (children, of course!) unlock their creativity. Shelley lives in California with her kids and her dogs. Visit her online at shelleymoorethomas.com, on Twitter @story_queen, and Instagram @storyqueen.

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