Unicorn Crossing / Dana Simpson / 178 pgs

Unicorn Crossing is the fifth book in the Heavenly Nostrils series by Dana Simpson, perhaps better known by the title of the first book, Phoebe and Her Unicorn. I love this comic strip series! If I could remember the first time I read Calvin and Hobbes, I think it probably felt like this. Phoebe and Marigold Heavenly Nostrils remind me a lot of Calvin and Hobbes, actually, except that Phoebe isn't quite as devious and the focus of their adventures are more magic than adventure-based. The illustrations are fun, the unicorn is adorably self-involved, and some crazy shenanigans ensue. In this book, Phoebe and Marigold read a book together and try to balance the shine of novelty with their longstanding friendship. We also see them remembering how they met and realizing how much they mean to each other. It's very sweet, and there's something for everyone hidden in these books! A fun read for the whole family!