A review by clavishorti
The Sour Grape by Jory John

adventurous funny inspiring reflective relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Hold onto your vine leaves, because Jory John and Pete Oswald are back with another winner—The Sour Grape. We're introduced to a grape character who holds grudges for the tiniest things. Lime didn't return a scarf? Boom, it's grudge time. Orange didn't call back? You bet, another grudge. But guess what? Things take a turn when our grape pal faces an unfair grudge without any explanation.

Let's talk about Grape's super wise grandparents. These two are like the ultimate grape gurus, dropping wisdom like confetti at a celebration. They share a golden rule for grapes—be yourself, take your own path, and most importantly, maintain that sweetness intact. It's as if they're the Jedi masters of the grape world, guiding Grape and all us readers through life's twists and turns with kindness and a sunlit smile.

Jory John really knows how to spin a tale that hits home. The Sour Grape isn't your average children's book. It delivers an awesome message about forgiveness and truly listening to each other. It's okay to get upset, but the book reminds us that working things out and talking it through is where the real magic happens. Walking away? Nah, that's not the way to go. 

Speaking of Pete Oswald's illustrations, let's give a shout-out to Grape's expressions—they go from adorable and playful to utterly heartwarming, like a festive grape emoji display. And can we talk about the colors? Seriously, they explode in a burst of fruit-flavored rainbow hues. 

To sum it up, The Sour Grape goes beyond the typical children's tale. It's a hidden treasure of life wisdom wrapped in delightful entertainment. Whether you're an enthusiast of children's literature or in search of a heartwarming read, this book stands as a masterful reminder to preserve our kindness, even when life serves up unexpected challenges. Hats off to Jory John and Pete Oswald for their expertly crafted reminder to preserve our kindness, even in the face of unexpected challenges.