Jennie Jacques Instagram – A good friend sent me this book & wrote inside, “Jennie, you are one of the Eric’s of the world.” It’s a curious short story with charming illustrations to accompany an effortless narrative. Not entirely sure what my mate meant – but I have an idea & I really like Eric. A quirky foreign exchange visitor (“Eric”) is hosted by a family who can’t comprehend why he’s “choosing” to sleep in the pantry rather than their guest bedroom? The themes are cultural misunderstanding, alienation, familiarity & of course “exchange” – apparently this volume is part of Tales of Outer Suburbia, which I would (now, since meeting Eric!) quite like to get my paws on 😂 There’s that saying, “a picture paints a thousand words,” well that’s the magic of how this story ends… glittered with symbolism & metaphors, it’s a clever page turner that can make an impact for ALL ages ♥️ If I remind my friend of Eric, I’m proud. Loved reading this & have read a few times over since receiving. It’s just precious. #bookreview #bookstagramuk #readersofinstagram – A different friend just read this review & has text me – “Not even read Eric, but someone who is found in the pantry when everyone else is sleeping does sound like you 🤣🤣🤣” – not sure what to say… 🤔 🥘 🍎 🍱 ♥️ 😆 read this beautiful book!