Well, the distinctive look of this helps out a fair bit here, as there's not a huge amount else. A girl imagines having a little sister, and then suddenly there are three of them, then more, then a football team, then a bus-load. At least she doesn't imagine them all getting up to mischief or anything unnecessary, for this is a gentle thing. The closing beat and final message are lovely and all that, but I don't see this being anything that would deserve re-reading. Four stars then appear far too generous, so this is three and a half.

Little Sisters is a brief yet whimsical children's picture book by Tomo Miura. With a narrative that spirals around pages in a manner that might remind a reader of a creative stream of Japanese artwork and idyllically matching illustrations, this book is a splendid celebration of little sisters and the endeavor to create and find a most charming children's picture book.

I wish I had read this book when I was younger and wishing for siblings – I'm now so pleased it was just my Mum and I – it's hard when you're growing up to see how lucky you are to be an only child!

This is a relatable and heartwarming story about an only child dreaming of a sibling, with a lovely progression from a small thought to a touching surprise ending. While I would’ve preferred more colorful, vibrant illustrations, the overall message and storytelling truly shine and. the black and white illustrations are very expressive!
Thanks NetGalley for the ARC!

Little Sisters by Tomo Miura is a sweet and whimsical picture book that captures the daydreams of an only child imagining life with little sisters. The story playfully balances the excitement of having siblings with the comfort of being an only child, all wrapped up in cute, minimalistic illustrations that add a charming touch. While the ending feels a bit sudden, it mirrors the unpredictable nature of childhood thoughts, making this book both endearing and refreshingly real. A delightful read for young readers exploring family dynamics.

Thank you Arctis Books and Tomo Miura for the eARC!

This was super cute, and I loved the illustrations. I don't know if I've ever actually read a book about being an only child, so this was a new perspective.

"Little Sisters" is a children's book about an only child who dreams of having more siblings. While the story is sweet, I felt the illustrations lacked color and vibrancy. I also expected the story to focus more on accepting a new sibling, but it didn't quite go in that direction.

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book is really cute! However, I didn't care a whole lot for the illustrations, simply because there was a lack of color in them, But first, I'll start this review with what I liked:
1. The idea. An only child wanting to have a younger sibling is a highly common thing, and I think that a lot of kids will be able to relate to the main character of this book.
2. The progression/development. It was awesome how the author started with a little thought, and then continued to add more and more onto that initial moment.
3. The ending/message. I wasn't expecting for the book to end how it did, but it was very heartwarming and sweet (I won't spoil it)!
Now, the only thing I didn't like so much about this book was the visuals. The illustrator made a choice to not add much color, and keep things minimalistic. This didn't really work for me, and I would have liked to see some fun and bright colors to really bring this book to life.
Other than that small thing, though, I overall liked this book!

Was quite sweet. At the beginning it was about all the lovely things they could do with a little sister but at the end that narrative completely flips on its head and it seems to make the prior story a little redundant. It was beautifully illustrated, and quite a sweet little story, though.

A very unusual style—and definitely an unexpected ending! But I really liked this book.

There’s a touch of absurdity here, but it actually reflects the unpredictable nature of children perfectly. One moment they dream of having a sibling to play with, and the next they’re overwhelmed with jealousy, frustration, and confusion. I know this all too well—I have two boys!

The book felt honest and refreshingly real, a nice contrast to the overly sweet and polished stories that wrap everything in a perfect bow.

For me, this book felt a bit... anticlimactic. There wasn't much of a story to it and at the end, it got a bit sad before immediately bouncing right back, like whiplash.

hank you to Netgalley and Arctis for letting us read and enjoy this book.

Now my daughter loved this book. She is always asking for a sister I tell her no haha. This book covers what it would be like to have a little sister and tons of little sisters and the pros and cons and then back to why no sisters is great. My daughter was engaged the whole time and was laughing her head off. The artwork was also cute.

As an only child myself, there is very much a lack of representation when it comes to children's books. I really don't recall any stories from when I was a child where they were just like me, so I was really excited to stumble upon this.

It was a fun little read, but it came to an abrupt end. It was fun seeing all the different scenarios and mischief that could be achieved if only there were little sisters to experience it all with. But then sudden'y the imagination was over, and the story ends with being happy to have the mother all to themselves. I don't know what kind of ending I would have preferred, but I think it could have been a bit better. I was surprised when I went to go the the next page, and there wasn't one. The end just didn't seem like it was the end.

We loved the illustrations and intent in this cheerful little children's book. However, there were a couple points where the story felt like it skipped a phrase, or moved too quickly to the next idea so I found it clunky.

I think there was a missed opportunity with this to be used as a tool for welcoming siblings into your family, or promoting independence within the solidarity of being an only child. Instead, I got the middle of the road feeling of here's all the great things a sibling could give you, but you're not getting one.

Overall, it's a cute story with lots of potential, but feels somewhat incomplete.

This is a sweet and thoughtful story about a little girl who imagines what life might be like if she had siblings. Through her daydreams, she explores the joys and chaos of having little sisters, only to realize by the end that she already has everything she needs to be happy: a loving and present parent.

As more families choose to have fewer children, the themes of this book feel especially relevant in today’s world. It gently affirms that love, attention, and connection don’t require a full house.

Overall, it’s an engaging little book with adorable illustrations and a poignant message.

Thank you to NetGalley and Arctis Books for the privilege of receiving this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Cute and simple -- I liked it. Very quick and cute way to show being an only child is great too. I like the illustration style as well.