SO stinking cute and cozy! I love how this relationship develops, and I especially enjoyed the setting.

Such a great story about a young girl’s journey as she pursues being a ranger. The art style was cute and I loved the every second of every panel. The details were amazing and I look forward to more by O’Neill in the future.

An absolute delight. Everything from the art style to the well-rounded characters had me savoring each page. Perfect for reading in a single sitting, A SONG FOR YOU AND I marks yet another winner from K. O'Neill.

Another beautiful story from K, O'Neill, who always delivers the type of soft and reflective story I love to sit and ponder on a rainy day. Lovely character growth and overall willingness to learn from each other, even after misunderstandings make it hard. My favorite trait of O'Neill's storytelling is how readers get a peak at the characters' future and how they'll fulfilled or are working towards their ambitions and goals, and this story is no different.

I don't know how K. O'Neill manages to write such soft, emotional, hopeful stories when I can do little more than rage cry at the world.

This is a cute story, featuring pegasuses!, about a young person learning who and how they want to exist in the world. They meet a violin player and together they bring out the most beautiful parts of the other.

As always, K. O'Neill's art is as beautiful and inclusive as their stories and really I just want to be a pegasus rider now.

K. O'Neill never misses and this is a beautiful reminder of how beautiful this world can be when we love and accept each other, An important message in these crazy times.

O'Neill's stories are wholesome and uplifting in a way few other books are. As always, the art is magical and moving, serene and calming. A Song for You and I is a tender and gradual exploration of accepting and loving ourselves while trusting those around us to do the same. It's a story of encouraging hopes and following dreams without abandoning the responsibilities we share in our communities.

This is a beautifully illustrated adventure story about two kids trying to find their way in the world. Rowan is a transgender boy who wants to be a ranger, defending their village, but an overzealous approach endangers and injures their flying horse, Kes, so Rowan has to travel the countryside protecting everyone on foot rather than on winged horseback. But they find Leone, a musician, who is also trying to find their way in the world. The illustrations are lovely and the message is wonderful.

K O'Neill has done it again! I loved reading this. The story is sweet, compassionate, and soothing. I loved seeing the characters grow and become more confident. The world building was subtle but impactful. I felt ingrained in the world and loved being in its setting. And of course, I loved the art. I would stare at panels and swoon over the colors and characters designs. Overall, I loved reading this <3

Thank you Netgalley and the publishers for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

Ebook received for free through NetGalley

It was somehow smaller than I expected... or at least I finished it way quicker than expected as I couldn't put it down. An adorable read with a great story and amazing artwork. So glad I came across it.

I found this to be a lovely, quiet story that will appeal to fans of O'Neill's previous works. I will certainly be recommending it to library patrons.

Imagine a world where the sky stretches wide, the wind carries whispers of adventure, and two unlikely friends set out on a journey that changes everything. Rose is a dedicated young ranger-in-training, focused on duty and responsibility. Leone, on the other hand, is a carefree sheep herder, happy to take life as it comes. But when Rose’s pegasus gets into a bit of trouble, the two are paired up for a slow and steady journey—one that teaches them both about patience, trust, and the magic of finding a kindred spirit.

At its heart, A Song for You and I reminds us that real strength isn’t about going it alone—it’s about letting others in.

Author-illustrator K. O’Neill creates their illuminating, flowing, and harmonious illustrations using Procreate—a platform that, as I discovered, firmly opposes generative AI. Their choice to include this information on the copyright page has me reflecting on O’Neill’s commitment to authentic, human-made artistry. Don’t skip the sketchbook pages at the end of the book—they offer a delightful glimpse into their creative process!

This beautiful graphic novel arrived on March 4, 2025, but you might just snag yourself a digital ARC out there!

Big thanks to NetGalley for the early look at this heartwarming adventure!

I always enjoy reading this author's books. The art is always gorgeous and the stories are thought provoking.

This beautiful graphic novel is a pastoral fantasy which explores overcoming fear, self acceptance, and learning from one's mistakes. K. O'Neill is a fantastic artist who lets her art work tell the story. The first several pages are actually wordless, as the panels tell the story so well. Rose is an apprentice ranger who's reckless action leads to injury for her mount. While the Kestrel the pegasus heals, Rose is supposed to help a local shepard, but perhaps she has something to learn from Leone instead. Now she is unsure of herself, but even before the accident, she had some big questions. The book has a gentle exploration of gender identity and Rose decides to change her name to Rowan. Her new friend, accepts her the way she is. If only it was that easy for LGBT people to find acceptance in the real world. There is a second big theme in this middle grade novel. Rose is afraid to become a ranger, Kestrel is afraid to fly again and Leone who is a talented musician is afraid to play his music for any audience but his flock. I recommend this book for young readers who may learn from this coming of age story. Whether it is gender identity, finding what you are good at, or just being yourself, most kids have some questions. In the author's note they explain that hopefully this story will help.

This is a sweet little story illustrated beautifully. Rose is a novice ranger preparing to take her oaths and become a full-fledged ranger when she makes an error that wounds her horse, and worse, her relationship with Kestrel. Meanwhile, Leone is a lazy shepherd more interested in playing his violin for his sheep than watching them, or so he seems. Rose is given the duty to help Leone make some deliveries and the two figure out a lot about themselves.
I really like the sparse dialogue. O'Neill does just as much storytelling through simple pictures as through dialogue, and it really adds to the peaceful atmosphere. The illustrations are beautiful, really, a pastoral fantasy. As a whole, this is a cute and cozy little snack for a cold day.

This is another beautiful story from K. O'Neill! The artwork is stunning as always.

Thank you to the publisher and author for the opportunity to review this book.

This book was lovely! I was immediately drawn in my the art style which was just so beautiful that I knew I had to read this story. The plot was so sweet with enough emotion and conflict to make sure it didn't tilt into saccharine territory.

I recommend it to anyone looking for a comforting read!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Random House for the eARC in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!

K. O'Neill is a master of telling a story with few words and gorgeous pictures, able to convey so much emotion with so little in terms of word count....beautiful words, stunning pictures, and stories that will touch your heart every time. Absolutely phenomenal and a story of comfort I can fall into any time to let my heart heal and my mind rest.

Read this - your soul will thank you!

Thank you net gallery for the advanced copy of this book. The book was warm and comforting. This was about identity and responsibility in a way that meds sense. I would definitely recommend it.

Thank you netGalley and Random House for the eARC.

A Song For You and I is about two characters, Rose and Leone as they grow and try to understand their place in the world and the people they want to be.
This whole graphic novel is a gorgeous and soft coming of age story, with beautiful pacing as it goes through the growing pains of adolescence. It is a very “enjoy the journey” because you know it will end to a short and sweet kind of ending, and K. never wastes a panel to show us the world and how Rose and Leone see it and themselves.

This middle grade read weaves together the beauty of unlikely friendships, cozy romance, and fanciful adventure.
I thought this book was heartwarming, and a cozy read that my students (4th-5th graders) would enjoy. Rowan has big dreams of being a ranger, protecting their village with their trusted flying horse Kes. But when Rowan's skills get Kes injured, Rowan comes to odds with the idea of being a protector. Reading A Song for You and I felt like getting wrapped up in a warm hug. The relationship between Leone and Rowan was so thoughtful and kind - and watching them grow into themselves makes this book an impactful story about identity and finding yourself before rushing to protect others.