Julián at the Wedding
by Jessica Love
Narrated by Avi Roque
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Pub Date Dec 07 2020 | Archive Date Feb 16 2021
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Description
The star of Julián Is a Mermaid makes a joyful return—and finds a new friend—at a wedding to be remembered.
Julián and his abuela are going to a wedding. Better yet, Julián is in the wedding. Weddings have flowers and kissing and dancing and cake. And this wedding also has a new friend named Marisol. It’s not long before Julián and Marisol set off for some magic and mischief of their own, and when things take an unexpected turn, the pair learns that everything is easier with a good friend by your side. Jessica Love returns with a joyful story of friendship and individuality in this radiant follow-up to Julián Is a Mermaid.
Advance Praise
A celebration of weddings and a subtle yet poignant reminder that gender, like love, is expansive. Lovely. —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
Artwork on brown paper allows warm, clear views of the characters, who appear to be Black and Afro-Latinx. The specificity of Love’s characterizations—the way the abuelas kick off their high heels, the brides’ enthusiasm, the children’s expansive gender expressions—offers vibrancy and immediacy, and under their community’s watchful eyes, Julián and Marisol find affection, acceptance, and room to grow. —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Once again Love has brought us young characters who are free to live, play, and express themselves however they wish without conflict. An abundance of joy and love. —The Horn Book (starred review)
This is a work similar to its predecessor, featuring joyful exploration of gender presentation without any trauma or real conflict. The art, again set on soft brown paper, bursts with dappled color, busy with fluttering fall leaves and flower petals. The intimate details in posture and expression make Love’s illustrations deeply striking... —Booklist
Available Editions
| EDITION | Audiobook, Unabridged |
| ISBN | 9781662040382 |
| PRICE | $9.99 (USD) |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Christopher D, Reviewer
So glad to see Julián come to life again in this wonderful new story about love and being true to oneself. The kids and I were provided the audiobook version by Dreamscape Media to review in exchange for a honest review and the honest truth is, we absolute loved this story. Just like in the original book, Julián Is a Mermaid, we find him attending another celebration with his Abuela, but this time it is to celebrate the wedding of two brides. I loved seeing queer people of color being represented. Queer literature has come a long way but still has a ways to go when it comes to representing queer people in books for children. The narration by Avi Roque was perfect. The kids and I look forward to Julián’s next adventure. This would be a great holiday gift for any little one in your life!
Pub Date: 07 December 2020
Star Rating: 5+
Kids Rating: 5
Lis M, Reviewer
I'm always recommending Julian is a Mermaid & the newest by Jessica Love, Julian at the Wedding is just as fantastic.
Pair your book with the audio for reading on the go at any time.
Jessica K, Reviewer
Julian at the Wedding by Jessica Love is a cute children’s book about friendship. Julian makes a new friend at a wedding. This story is entertaining with a good message.
I’m listened to the audiobook narrated by Avi Roque and loved his narration.
Thank you Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for Julian at the Wedding.
Virginia A, Reviewer
I listened to the audio version of this book after reading Julian is a Mermaid. The audio is 7:17, so it's quite short, which I expected based on how short the prior book was. The audiobook was well narrated, like someone reading the book and describing what was happening at the same time. I really enjoyed the beautiful artwork in the first book, so I think this audio would be a good companion to the picture book. I'm not sure that it stands alone as well, but it can if the young listener will listen for about 7 minutes. I would consider getting the audio and physical/ebook for a young reader.
Kayla M, Librarian
I love Julian is a Mermaid and recommend it often in our library. I'm looking forward to recommending Julian at the Wedding. The light music in the background is a lovely addition to the narration. I feel this audio is best paired with the picture book for children to get the most out of listening.
Andrea P, Reviewer
Julian at the Wedding by Jessica Love and narrated by Avi Roque was my introduction to audiobooks, and also my first meeting of Julian. What a beautiful welcome it was.
Julian and his abuela are attending a wedding and Julian finds himself carrying out a very important role in the celebrations. When he meets a new friend in Marisol, the pair will discover the true magic of friendship.
I very much enjoyed listening to this lovely story, and felt that it was enhanced further by musical accompaniment, as well as the melodic voice of the narrator. I look forward to reuniting with Julian again in the future.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook.
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