theliterateleprechaun's Reviews > Sundays at Tiffany's

“Love means you can never be apart.”

This magical book is centered around the unexpected gift of love, features an imaginary friend and breaks momentum with an unforgettable twist.

Vivienne Margaux, a Broadway producer, has little time for her 8-year-old daughter - her scheduled Sunday outings involve window shopping at Tiffany’s jewelry store. Lacking a play companion, Jane invents Michael, her imaginary friend. He plans all sorts of treats for their outings; the kind of days Jane hoped she’d be spending with her mom. Jane is able to navigate life with her diligent companion until one day, Michael tells her he needs to move on … Jane is unable to let him go.

This wonderful story was written in first person through Jane’s eyes and third person through Michael’s eyes. The atmosphere is elevated through the references to all the NYC landmarks. I think the most powerful part of this book is the opportunity for consideration:

✔️ the chance to consider that imaginary friends may prevent children from moving on with their lives
✔️the chance to consider that our role models for loving relationships come from observing our own parents
✔️ the chance to consider that things, not people, can empower us
✔️ the chance to consider the timeless and transforming power of love

I enjoyed this library book so much that I went and bought my own copy!