The Glasshouse

Hélène Druvert

A delightful picture book with intricate laser cuts and beautiful illustrations.

Holly loves to wander the city streets, collecting fallen leaves and stray flowers, tiny treasures that bring a spot of brightness to her day. But one day she stumbles upon the biggest treasure of all, an amazing forgotten place bursting with life and color that might change her gray world forever… . 

Filled with intricate laser cuts and glorious images, this gorgeous, large-format book is by Hélène Druvert, the acclaimed author and illustrator of many beloved books for children.

Reviews

Layered die-cuts and themes of childhood independence mix in this tale of nature caught under glass… Clever construction and optimal storytelling make this greenhouse an idyll few will want to leave.

— Kirkus Reviews

A delightful story [that] features intricate laser cuts that create a wonderful layered effect where you can see through one image into the next… Hélène Druvert's thoughtful text and beautiful illustrations bring this secret garden to life.

— Cracking the Cover

Contributors

Hélène Druvert

Author

Hélène Druvert is the renowned author and illustrator of Garden Jungle; Paris Up, Up and Away; Mary Poppins Up,Up and Away; and New York Melody.