a truly original rising star * Bookseller *
From Two Hoots, and the fabulous author-illustrator Morag Hood, there's the adorable aardvark story of Aalfred and Aalbert, whose different sleep cycles have doomed them never to meet, much to the frustration of a small avian matchmaker. Whether snoozing curled up in their burrows or following their passions of broccoli, cheese and flowers, these aardvarks, and their happy ending, make for ear-to-ear smiles. -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *
A superbly comic though still subtle and understated gay love story appears in Morag Hood's Aalfred and Aalbert (Two Hoots), the story of two star-crossed aardvarks who emerge from their burrows at fatally different times - one by night and one by day. [...] While some children might read Aalfred and Aalbert simply as a story of friendship, others will be delighted by the small, sweet smiles of the enormously endearing protagonists, finding and falling for each other at last. * Times Literary Supplement *
"It's a wonderful tale demonstrating the joy of friendship and love, told through the charming bright and bold illustrations and text that is suitable for early readers." * The School Librarian *
An adorable and somewhat unconventional love story that shows that eventually love triumphs and that good things comes to those who wait. * ReadingZone *
Full of charm and gentle fun in its depiction of two endearing aardvarks [...] this appealing appealing story should leave its young readers, and their families, with smiles on their faces * Books For Keeps *
I think it's my favourite so far. This treat is not to be missed; in fact you really shouldn't miss any of Morag's books * Red Reading Hub *
this is a story lovingly created... and an endearing gift for anyone in need of a hug! * Lancashire Evening Post *
A feel-good treat infused with Hood's trademark playfulness and cheer * The Bookseller *
A unique voice and wryly humorous illustrations will leave you smiling at this wonderful tale of aardvarks, broccoli, string and friendship. * BookTrust's Great Books Guide 2019 *
It's refreshing to have a love story, even if it is between aardvarks. The picture book is by the rising star author-illustrator Morag Hood, who has also written Colin and Lee, Carrot and Pea, I Am Bat and The Steves. Aalfred and Aaalbert's sleep cycles are different and they are doomed never to meet but eventually, an accidental meeting gives them a happily-ever-after ending * I News *
