Neville's Great Escape

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Author(s)

Sean E Avery

Publisher

Walker Books Australia

Genre(s)

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Release Date

March 03, 2026

ISBN

978-1761602542

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Neville was a penguin known for being somewhat of a risk-taker.

He was brave, bold, and beloved by all. Until the day he was eaten by a whale. Or so it seemed . . . because that was only the beginning of the story. This delightful―and daring―tale is a companion to the award-winning and best-selling Frank's Red Hat.

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1 review

A Cute Picture Book

April 28, 2026 (Updated: June 26, 2026)

Overall rating

4.3

Plot

4.0

Characters

5.0

Writing Style

4.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

4.0

NEVILLE’S GREAT ESCAPE follows the titular Neville, a penguin who has to escape after being eaten by a killer whale. This picture book is set in the same universe as Frank’s Red Hat.

This picture book is a short but fun read. Full of whimsy and charm, it’s a solid read for young readers who want a fantastical tale about a penguin escaping a killer whale. The humor in this book fits with the story.

The art in this book is beautiful and matches the tone and setting really well. It’s a wash of black and white in the beginning, reflecting a frozen landscape. When Neville is eaten, the images switch to a pink palette. A mess of colors that highlight the inside of the whale’s mouth. The illustrator did a fantastic job at showing the settings.

NEVILLE’S GREAT ESCAPE is a sweet and short story about Neville never giving up. The illustrations capture each setting beautifully and the story has a fun, light-hearted tone.