Pet lovers, adults and children will adore this hilarious and heartwarming introduction to Mrs R Snugglesworth and her canine friends. In this delightful first story, Mrs R Snugglesworth must complete her lawyer training and dig her friend Pitter Patter out of a hole. With her sass and larger than life character, readers are in for an extremely entertaining read as she aims to do just that! From the beginning, I was hooked and completely invested in the story, with its laugh out loud moments, and that fuzzy warm feeling from Mrs R Snugglesworth and her canine companions that every dog lover knows. The soppy terms of endearment gave a comical element and were relatable as we all know, and some of us are guilty of that crazy kind of affection for our pooches! The characters are great fun and very believable, the dialogue superb, I loved the doggy terminology. The story moves at a good pace, my only complaint would be that it ends too soon. There were no major issues identified that could pull me out of such a fabulous tale, and I am looking forward to the next book! (Benjamin Book Tour Reviewer)
I loved this book. From beginning to end, it was a joy. Aimed at confident readers to enjoy alone, it would also work well as a bed-time story for younger children. The illustrations – black and white sketches – are well drawn, easily identify the characters, and provide wonderful and engaging facial expressions for the dogs. The tableau of canine personalities at the front of the book (including Hiccup, the cuddly toy) is a masterstroke, and will have kids checking again and again to see what type of dog is their favourite character. The author’s wonderful writing style, and her ability to present the tale humorously, through the eyes of Mrs R Snugglesworth, is unique and accomplished. Highly recommended. (Spooky Book Tour Reviewer)
Taking me back to my own childhood days, this pawfect little tale follows the adventures of life in law, told through the eyes of an adorable canine protagonist. What was particularly pleasing about this book was the attention to detail – the author has gone to great lengths to present every aspect of the story from the unique perspective of a dog, even writing and speaking in a style that would befit man’s best friend. I especially liked the references to the humans within the story, my favourite being the lady of the family affectionately called ‘The Kitchen’ much to my own amusement. I even liked the way the dogs communicated with each other, specifically the ‘peemail’ approach, which I thought was pretty ingenious. Throughout the book there is consistency in the doggish approach and the author never once loses Mrs. R.’s ‘voice’ nor that of the other doggy friends and foes the feature. Each breed of dog is given its own quirks and personality traits and these are clearly portrayed in all chapters, resulting in believable if not entirely relatable (well they are dogs after all) characters! With a fast-paced plot line (perhaps a little too fast in places as I would have liked more information on canine law school) and distinctive concept, the author grabs you from the first page. An imaginative and attention-grabbing book, perfect for young pups growing in confidence with their reading. The Book Dragon awards this paws-itively delightful read. (Poppy Book Tour Reviewer)
I must admit, I was immediately drawn to reading this book by the cover illustration and concept embodied in the title – ‘Mrs. R. Snugglesworth Attorney-at-Law’ – and was pleased by the opportunity to review it. I was further delighted to find further illustrations inside – not necessarily standard for a chapter book – which really elevate the action, with images of each canine character in the narrative provided. The book is written from the perspective of Mrs. R. Snugglesworth herself, and that perspective provides a platform for plenty of humour. Despite being much older than the targeted demographic, I really enjoyed the irony and interpretation of the world; the twists on canine behaviour (which are very familiar as a former dog owner) made for a very amusing read. I would go so far as to say that dog lovers of all ages might enjoy it – and with its distinctive, yet accessible protagonist, I think it presents a good opportunity for reading to slightly younger children. As a book that’s very focused on dogs, humour, and a highly self-assured narrator (The Best at Loving Ham), there’s always the chance it may miss the mark with some readers, but not so at all for me. I had high hopes set by the premise and artwork, and they were exceeded. (Bella Book Tour Reviewer)
Mrs. R. Snugglesworth’s story offers an imaginative and hilarious peek at a dog’s life. Her unique point of view, trying to make sense of the world around her, is funny and charming. Dog owners will love recognising aspects from their own pets’ daily routines in Mrs. R. Snugglesworth’s words. The main character’s strong personality, her disposition to learn and her audacity set a great example for children. She is super confident, and nothing can stop her. A very positive message about how to never surrender and to do your best to achieve your objectives. Commit to a cause, fight for it, and you’ll find a way to succeed. This light-hearted story will engage young readers from the beginning and keep them turning the pages and laughing until the end. Short chapters divide the story into manageable sections and the prose is dynamic and easy to follow. The book is packed with funny names and descriptions that will make you giggle even once you’ve finished it. This is a highly entertaining story not only for children but also for the grown-ups reading it aloud with them. (Shiba Book Tour Reviewer)
Although this is a children’s book, I thoroughly enjoyed it and it brought back happy memories of having a dog myself. As I read, I recalled their antics and little behaviours. I can quite easily believe that peemail would be something that dogs would use to communicate and found this an amusing and creative idea. The story made me feel joyful and I often found myself laughing out loud. Since reading the book, it has made me observe the dogs I see whilst out walking and wonder what is going on in their heads. The illustrations that accompany the book work beautifully alongside it and elevate this delightful creation even further. (Albie Book Tour Reviewer)
From the very minute I set eyes on this book I had a good feeling about it. It’s beautifully presented, with wonderful illustration work by Jon Davis, and the text and back cover blurb immediately engaged me. They say don’t judge a book by its cover, but thankfully in this case, my instincts were right! The book is intelligent, witty and creative and the writing flows naturally. Amy has created a wonderous world within our own, a world where we can imagine what may be going on in our beloved animals’ brains. It’s a book that can be equally enjoyed by children and adults and the lessons it teaches (but never preaches) within its pages cover universal themes that humans can also relate to. (Meeko Book Tour Reviewer)
Overall we award 5 Woofs.
