Katherine O'Shea is both the author and illustrator of the delightful book, Molly's First Festival, which tells the story of the ups and downs families may experience whilst attending a music festival. The story also provides insight into what you might expect if you are unfamiliar with a festival-type experience.
The story unfolds like a guide for parents who may be taking children to a music festival for the very first time. It also provides parents with useful tips regarding motivating their children about this exciting adventure.
However, the book doesn't pull any punches or seek to hide the truth as to what can go wrong at any given moment. I'm sure if you've ever been to a music festival, you'll know exactly what I'm referring to. The story provides a very realistic account, warts and all, including how inclement weather can sometimes put a dampener on proceedings.
The book reads like a trip down memory lane for me, having experienced many festivals from Glastonbury to Roskilde, where negotiating a muddy terrain was part and parcel of this type of experience. In this sense the author captures the very essence of such fun-filled adventure, but this time for the little ones to share.
The book is beautifully illustrated and is crammed with the most superb artwork which really brings the tale to life. After reading it, I almost felt like I had attended the festival myself, such is the inventive realism on display.
The story is sure to delight both young and old, whether you are a parent reminiscing on lost youth, a teacher looking for an engaging book to use in the classroom, or a child delighting in this wonderful tale, there is something for everyone here.
In an age where parents are increasingly attending music concerts with their children, this author clearly has her finger on the pulse, and succeeds in providing a heartwarming glimpse into family life in the twenty-first century. I sure wish I'd had similar experiences as a child.
I won't give away too much about the story, I'll leave that to you dear reader, but be sure to grab a copy of this book, I am sure it will be a big hit with children and families everywhere.
Katherine O' Shea - let the children boogie.
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