"Like nothing you have seen before." - Kirkus Reviews "Few picture books capture the somber hues of loneliness and introspection as stunningly as Staake does in this aptly wordless tale. A book of true beauty" - The New York Times "A feast for the observant eye ... conveys extraordinary depth of emotion." - The Horn Book "Some books can rightfully be called books of a lifetime ... for Bob Staake, this is that book." - Barnes & Noble Editor's Recommendation

"Uplifting...impressive. Without use of a single word, this book raises all kinds of simple profundities." - Booklist "An extraordinarily beautiful and moving picture book ... Staake takes readers on a profound journey through sadness and hope." - The Huffington Post "A truly touching book." - IndieBound.org A Next List Top 10 Books of 2013 Selection

"Deeply impressive and moving." - Publisher's Weekly "Staake's ability ... has never been stronger than in this wordless title about a heroic bird." - School Library Journal "A mind-blowing story. Is it Bob Staake's magnus opus? Yes ... so far. Who know's what he will do next?" - BoingBoing.net