Thank you, Annika, for this generous review!
‘Myrtle the Purple Turtle’ is one of the most striking, original children’s books released in recent years.
I was immediately drawn in by the welcoming cover of Myrtle proudly striding along and quickly became engaged with this wonderful character.
As a purple turtle, Myrtle has never considered herself any different from the other turtles and is happy and confident in her life. Until one day a rude turtle laughs and taunts her for even daring to consider herself a turtle.
What follows next is a touching and tender story to which we can all relate when faced with inconsiderate hurtful comments. As Myrtle sets out on a journey of self-discovery and understanding…with some help from her mother and friends along the way, she learns to accept herself and others.
I quickly lost myself within Myrtle’s world and empathised with her hurt and confusion … cheering her on as this feisty…
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Cynthia Reyes 
Cynthia, you’re very welcome and a joy to review! 😀 I was actually dreaming of your Myrtle book last night – just shows the power of your story and the beautiful illustrations!
That is a beautiful review! Congratulations again Cynthia – I seem to be meeting Myrtle all over the blogging world – I hope to see her in a book shop down this way one day soon!
Thank you for this kind response! Myrtle has been doing very well — her time has come to shine and our family is really happy with this development.
I thoroughly enjoyed Annika’s review.
I figured you would, you wonderful Myrtle-supporter, you! Thank you.
I loved Annika’s review. Congratulations, Cynthia!
Thanks, Jill!
Congratulations on such a beautiful, thoughtful review from Annika, Cynthia! It is good to see Myrtle appearing so many places around the blogging community.
It really good to see her travels, Lavinia. It’s as if Myrtle patiently waited all these years to make her debut at the right time! (smile)
The recognition, reviews, and touching stories seem to keep rolling with your new book. Congratulations Cynthia!!!
Thanks, Brad. It’s such a lovely development.
I have to find your new book!!! I have a 4 yr old grandson that would love this story. Cynthia, you are such a creatively-blessed soul. Congrats on the great review…Iam off to find the purple turtle!!! Did I mention purple is my favorite color these days and on my long bike rides along hte river this fall I hvae been stopping to watch all the turtles sleeping on the rocks at the shore line….right up my alley these days!
Robbie: You made me smile. I love your comment – thank you. I hope you’ll take a picture of those turtles sleeping on the rocks. I’m also glad you love purple. So do I! Here’s my confession: I kept a purple suit all these years, hoping the style will come back into colour. Last summer, I said: “style or no style, I’m wearing this suit”. But then I broke my ankle and was housebound. So, next summer I’m wearing that suit! Amazon link for Myrtle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0620773421
I found your book on Amazon and purchased it to read to my grandson. We have been talking about bullies etc. He will start kindergarten next year + I have a 5 yr old grandson in Sweden that would love this story too. So glad I stopped by today:-)
Such good news, Robbie!! Thank you VERY much. I hope both your grandsons will like the book. Thanks again.
Hi. Reading about your book in Andrea’s post inspired me to write a
my own post about my granddaughter’s mini-pond and the creative imagination that it has produced. Thank you for ‘Myrtle’. Long may she inspire others !
What a lovely response, Richard. I’m glad to hear you will be writing this and I will check for it shortly.
This looks such a Happy Book, 🙂 And loved Annikas review. 🙂 And many thanks for your follow.. I appreciate you doing so. 🙂
Thank you, Sue. It is a happy book — despite the challenges Myrtle faces, she overcomes with joy.
🙂 wonderful to know 🙂
A lovely review from Annika. Clearly, Myrtle gets around much more quickly than she lets on, and is way speedier that the average turtle. Not to mention how sweet she is.
Hey Jeanne, Oscar at Hermit’s Door coined a great term about sending something at “the speed of turtles” — but in this case, I think Myrtle just got faster!
A wonderful review, Annika. All the very best Cynthia and indeed the cover of the book is really eye catching!
Thanks, Iris. The great Jo Robinson did a lovely job on the cover and the whole book.
Congratulations, what a lovely review. Myrtle sounds like a turtle that others would be envious of…purple is such a pretty color.
I have to agree with you, Karen!
Annika gives amazing reviews. Congrats, Cynthia. 🙂
Well said. It’s a special skill and she is very good at it.
Well done, Cynthia! I love this excellent review by Annika!
Me too. Thanks, Clare! Ready for Advent? My cane and I plan to walk a short labyrinth to prepare.
I hope you find peace during your labyrinth walk. I also hope your broken leg is continuing to heal well.
Argh! No – I’m not ready for Advent! I am all behind this year and need an extra couple of months to catch up!
You will catch up. I have my Advent calendar and I have to figure out what to put in those tiny ‘pockets’. I have to wait till the morning to see if I can handle the walk in the labyrinth. If I do, I’ll tell you. It’s weird having both legs feeling fragile right now, but I have to carefully push myself.
My prayers are with you as ever, Cynthia. A labyrinth needs good balance and will be a real test of endurance for you, good luck!
How wonderful Cynthia … it must be so exciting. Splendid review ..
Thank you, Julie. Hope your spring goes well!
Nice post 😄