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Sourgrass is the bittersweet tale of two inseparable friends who are parted by a long-distance move. May and Sophia have many memories together as they play each day. On one special adventure, they find sourgrass and spit out the sour-tasting grass as they giggle over the taste. As the sourgrass returns the next year Sophia is happy to receive a letter and the illustrations show a promise of a new friend to share Sourgrass with. The illustrations are whimsical and dreamlike using rosy-toned colors that complement the bittersweet nature of this tale. I like the theme of friendship and unity between these girls. Overall, this is a sweet picture book great for any friend who is feeling the pain of separation and needs the message of hope for a new friend to come.